Automatic
9 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Working by itself with minimal human control or intervention, or done without conscious thought as if mechanically. It describes self-regulating systems or habitual actions performed without deliberate effort.
“The automatic transmission adjusted gear ratios smoothly based on driving conditions and speed.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/
Syllables
au·to·mat·ic
Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Word Game Tips
Wordle
Three instances of A and distinctive -MATIC ending
Scrabble
15 points; valuable for using the high-value C (3pts) and M (3pts)
Words Related to Automatic
Words you can make from Automatic
Shorter words formed from the letters in “automatic”.
Explore Similar Words
Try These Tools
Dictionary References
Look up automatic in an authoritative dictionary for full definitions, pronunciation, and etymology.
Ready to test your word skills?
Download Word Challenge for unlimited word puzzles, a fresh Daily Challenge, and head-to-head multiplayer. Guess the hidden word in six tries or fewer!