autopilot

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a cognitive state in which you act without self-awareness
  2. noun a navigational device that automatically keeps ships or planes or spacecraft on a steady course

Etymology

From auto- + pilot.

In classic literature

Synonyms

automatic pilot

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