B2adverb2K

UK/["/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/"]/US/["/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/"]/

Meaning of Automatically

without needing a person to operate controls

In simple words: happening without needing someone to make it happen

Automatically in a sentence

  • The heating switches off automatically.
  • I turned left automatically without thinking.
  • You will automatically get free dental treatment if you are under 18.

How to use Automatically

Use 'automatically' when something is done without human intervention. It's neutral, suitable for both spoken and written contexts, but avoid formal texts that prefer more technical terms.

Grammar pattern

standalone adverb

Memory hint

Think of a robot working automatically — no one is pressing buttons!

Related words

Collocations with Automatically

  • automatically saves
  • automatically generated
  • automatically renew
  • automatically added
  • automatically updates

Synonyms for Automatically

  • instinctively

Opposites of Automatically

Common mistakes with Automatically

  • Confusing with 'automatic' which is an adjective
  • Using 'automatically' in contexts requiring manual action
  • Incorrectly placing it in the sentence, thinking it modifies a noun

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Frequently asked questions about Automatically

What does Automatically mean?

happening without needing someone to make it happen

What is the definition of Automatically?

without needing a person to operate controls

How do you use Automatically in a sentence?

The heating switches off automatically.

Can you give another example of Automatically?

I turned left automatically without thinking.

What are synonyms for Automatically?

Common alternatives include instinctively.

What is the opposite of Automatically?

Opposite meanings include manually, by hand, deliberately.

What words go with Automatically?

It commonly pairs with automatically saves, automatically generated, automatically renew, automatically added, automatically updates.

What are common mistakes when using Automatically?

Confusing with 'automatic' which is an adjective Using 'automatically' in contexts requiring manual action Incorrectly placing it in the sentence, thinking it modifies a noun

How do you pronounce Automatically?

US: /["/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/"]/, UK: /["/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Automatically?

Use 'automatically' when something is done without human intervention. It's neutral, suitable for both spoken and written contexts, but avoid formal texts that prefer more technical terms.

What CEFR level is Automatically?

"Automatically" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.