automatically

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   By itself, without a person controlling it.

   The lights turn off automatically when you leave the room.

2. 2
   adv

   Without thinking, as a natural or habitual reaction.

   They answered automatically, without even looking up.

3. 3
   adv

   As a certain result of a rule or situation.

   If you pay late, you are automatically charged a fee.

From automatic + -ally.

Topics