Automatic

usgb/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/
adjective

Something that works by itself without needing a person to control it.

The door opens automatically when you stand in front of it.
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  • automatic door
  • automatic machine
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No Human Needed

Automatic implies a process requires no human effort to function continuously.

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The automatic irrigation system waters the garden by itself.
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Tech Dependence

Many modern innovations rely on automatic features for efficiency and convenience.

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Her house is fitted with an automatic climate control.
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