Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
automaticity
Noun
/ˌɔːtəˈmætɪsɪti/
Definition
The ability to perform a task automatically, without the need for conscious thought or attention.
Examples
- After years of practice, playing the piano became an automaticity for her.
- He developed an automaticity in driving that allowed him to navigate even the most complex routes without thinking.
Meaning
Automaticity refers to actions or processes that can be carried out with little or no conscious effort, often as a result of practice or repetition.
Synonyms
- Involuntariness
- Unconsciousness
- Habitual response
