noun. The state of being automatic; automatic action.

noun. The ability to do things without occupying the mind with the low level details required.

noun. The ability of the heart muscles to contract independently of each other when separated or in unison when reattached in whole or in groups

"My recollection is that all those who spoke, including the UK representative, but excluding Negroponte of the US, accepted that there was no "automaticity" - ie that the matter would have to be considered further before military steps were taken."