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Automated

Verb / ˈɔ:tʌˌmeɪtɪd / Another word for automated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Automated means to be controlled by a computer or machine rather than a person.

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Common collocations

  • automated system
  • automated process
  • automated trading
  • automated teller machine
  • automated data entry
  • automated testing
  • automated production

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Usage note

Often used to describe processes or systems that operate without direct human intervention. Be mindful that 'automated' implies a pre-set sequence, while 'automatic' can sometimes suggest a more spontaneous or inherent function.

Example sentences

  1. The vending machine is automated and gives you snacks when you put money in.
  2. My dad's car has an automated parking system.
  3. The new library has an automated checkout system.
  4. Our house has an automated sprinkler system that waters the lawn.
  5. The factory uses automated robots to assemble products.

Quotes

  • Automation is good, so long as you know exactly where to put the machine.
  • Automation is a good thing, and globalization is a good thing, but you have to look at them as components rather than the salvation for the American workforce in the future.
  • Automation is going to cause unemployment, and we better prepare for it.

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