automatically
/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/adverb★Intermediate
formal
without human intervention or manual control; happening or done automatically
The system automatically adjusts the temperature.
The software updates automatically.
Collocations
automatically generatedcreated or produced by a machine or computer program without human interventionautomatically renewingrenewing or extending something, such as a subscription or contract, without requiring manual action
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Related Phrases
automatic pilotphrase
a system that controls an aircraft or vehicle without human intervention
💡Pro Tip
Usage tip
Be careful not to confuse 'automatically' with 'automatic'. 'Automatically' is an adverb meaning 'without human intervention', while 'automatic' is an adjective describing a device or process that operates on its own.
⚡Gold Rule
Grammar rule
When using 'automatically', make sure the verb it modifies can logically be performed without human intervention.
📖Word Origin
From automatic + -ly
📝Usage Notes
Often used in technical and formal contexts to describe processes or systems that operate without human intervention.
Word Breakdown
auto-
self
prefix-matic
relating to a process or action
root-ally
in a manner
suffix✎ Noted on May 23, 2026EN → EN