automatism
(noun) any reaction that occurs automatically without conscious thought or reflection (especially the undirected behavior seen in psychomotor epilepsy)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
automatism (countable and uncountable, plural automatisms)
Acting automatically or involuntarily.
The power of initiating vital processes from within the cell, organ, or organism, independent of external stimulus.
The doctrine that animals are automata, operating according to mechanical laws.
(psychology) An action performed subconsciously, without any apparent direction from the mind; a thought which appears spontaneously in one's consciousness.
(art) A surrealist painting technique whereby one attempts to move the brush, pen etc. without conscious control over it.
Source: Wiktionary
Au*tom"a*tism, n.
Definition: The state or quality of being automatic; the power of self- moving; automatic, mechanical, or involuntary action. (Metaph.) A theory as to the activity of matter.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
16 May 2025
(adjective) marked by columniation having free columns in porticoes either at both ends or at both sides of a structure
International Coffee Day (September 29) is an occasion to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage, with events occurring in places across the world. A day to promote fair trade coffee and raise awareness for the coffee growers’ plight. Other countries celebrate this event on October 1.
