artificial intelligence — the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəl ɪnˈtelɪdʒəns/
Example Sentences
- My phone's AI thinks I'm interested in cat videos... it's not wrong.
- Artificial intelligence is being used in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- The AI chatbot answered my question faster than my actual human friends.
artificial intelligence
NOUN[/ˌɑːrtɪˈfɪʃəl ɪnˈtelɪdʒəns/]
the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems
the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems
Through diligence comes artificial intelligence!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The term 'artificial intelligence' was first coined by John McCarthy at the 1956 Dartmouth Conference. It combines 'artificial' from Latin artificialis (made by human skill or craft) and 'intelligence' from Latin intelligentia (understanding, discernment), creating a compound term to describe machine-based cognitive capabilities.
Breakdown
artificial (from Latin artificialis: artifex 'craftsman' + -alis 'relating to') + intelligence (from Latin intelligentia: intelligere 'to understand' from inter- 'between' + legere 'to choose/read').
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My phone's AI thinks I'm interested in cat videos... it's not wrong.”
“Artificial intelligence is being used in medical diagnosis and treatment.”
“The AI chatbot answered my question faster than my actual human friends.”
“Companies are investing heavily in artificial intelligence research.”
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