Synonyms of automation

automation

noun

ˌȯ-tə-ˈmā-shən 

as in mechanization

the process of putting an apparatus, operation, or system under the control or regulation of mechanical or electronic devices

feared that automation would add millions to the ranks of the unemployed

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mechanization
• robotization
• electrification
• computerization
• motorization
• cybernation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of automation

Swiss robotics startup Mimic Robotics has unveiled the Mimic Hand M1, a dexterous robotic hand designed to replicate human hand movements for factory automation. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 July 2026

Technology, automation and global competition have raised the cost of entry. — Deloris Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026

Similar to Dover, Honeywell Technologies’ orders and organic growth rate — both companywide and for its three segments (building automation, process automation and technology, and industrial automation) — are key metrics. — Zev Fima,kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 19 July 2026

The company works to develop automation solutions for the industrial sector. — Claire Harutunian, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026