B1adverbtechnology
US/ˌɔː.təˈmæt.ɪk.li/
UK/ˌɔː.təˈmæt.ɪk.li/
in a way that happens by itself, without a person controlling or thinking about it
In context
The lights switch on automatically when you walk into the room.
Your account will be renewed automatically unless you cancel it.
When the phone rang, she automatically reached for a pen.
Words that go with automatically
verb + adverb
- update automaticallyThe app updates automatically every night.
- save automaticallyThe program saves your work automatically.
- close automaticallyThe doors close automatically after ten seconds.
- happen automaticallyLearning does not happen automatically; you must practice.
adverb + verb
- automatically renewThe contract automatically renews each year.
- automatically assumeDo not automatically assume that the price includes tax.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The door opens automatic.Correct: The door opens automatically.