automate
Translation
to automate
Examples
The factory plans to automate the production line.
The factory plans to automate the production line.
We can automate many repetitive tasks.
We can automate many repetitive tasks.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to make (sth.) operate automatically They want to automate the system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mechanize, computerize, robotize
Etymology
From the adjective 'automatic', from Greek 'automatos' (self-moving). The '-ate' suffix makes it a verb.
Memory Tips
Think of it as making something work 'auto'matically. The '-ate' ending often signifies making something happen.