automatically

Definition 1

Mechanically; via an automatic system. "The door to the store automatically opens when the electronic sensor sees that you are standing in front of the door."

Definition 2

Without thinking; via reflex. "Since it is something we were taught to say as a child, it has become a reflex when someone asks ‘How are you?' to automatically respond ‘Good, how are you?'".


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