English Word Root: auto

self, same, one
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1 autobiography   Speak   Example Sentences
n. biography or story written by oneself
2 autocrat   Speak   Example Sentences
n. dictator; ruler having unlimited power
3 autocratic   Speak   Example Sentences
a. having absolute, unchecked power; dictatorial
4 automate   Speak   Example Sentences
v. replace or enhance human labor with machines
5 automated   Speak   Example Sentences
a. mechanical; automatic; accomplished without the intervention of a human operator
6 automatic   Speak   Example Sentences
a. mechanized; operating with minimal human intervention; independent of external control
7 automation   Speak   Example Sentences
n. act or process of converting the controlling of a machine or device to a more automatic system, such as computer or electronic controls
8 automaton   Speak   Example Sentences
n. the mechanism that imitates actions of humans
9 automobile   Speak   Example Sentences
n. self-propelled vehicle suitable for use on street or roadway
10 automotive   Speak   Example Sentences
a. of or relating to motor vehicles; moving by itself; self-propelling
11 autonomous   Speak   Example Sentences
a. self-governing; not controlled by others or by outside forces; independent
12 autonomy   Speak   Example Sentences
n. self-government or the right of self-government; self-determination
13 autopsy   Speak   Example Sentences
n. examination of dead body; post-mortem