artificial intelligence
noun
1
: the capability of computer systems or algorithms to imitate intelligent human behavior
A Monmouth University poll released last week found that only 9 percent of Americans believed that computers with artificial intelligence would do more good than harm to society.—
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also, plural artificial intelligences
: a computer, computer system, or set of algorithms having this capability
Someday, our artificial intelligences will be capable enough to pass for human. —Benjamin C. Kinney
see also generative artificial intelligence
Benjamin C. Kinney 2
: a branch of computer science dealing with the simulation of intelligent behavior in computers
researchers working in artificial intelligence
Examples of artificial intelligence in a Sentence
a robot with artificial intelligence
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As corporations increasingly weave artificial intelligence technologies into the daily lives of Americans, California lawmakers want to build public trust, fight algorithmic discrimination and outlaw deepfakes that involve elections or pornography.
—Trân Nguyễn, Fortune, 30 May 2024
Will the threats associated with artificial intelligence be as bad as some fear?
—Sheldon H. Jacobson and Dr. Janet A. Jokela, Twin Cities, 30 May 2024
Not surprisingly, employers are increasingly looking for candidates with artificial intelligence skills, or at the very least comfort level working with AI tools.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 30 May 2024
California As California fires worsen, can AI come to the rescue?
Aug. 24, 2023
Experts are also experimenting with more terrestrial technology to combat conflagrations, including the use of artificial intelligence tools to fight wildfires in California.
—Hayley Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
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Trân Nguyễn, Fortune, 30 May 2024
Will the threats associated with artificial intelligence be as bad as some fear?
—Sheldon H. Jacobson and Dr. Janet A. Jokela, Twin Cities, 30 May 2024
Not surprisingly, employers are increasingly looking for candidates with artificial intelligence skills, or at the very least comfort level working with AI tools.
—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 30 May 2024
California As California fires worsen, can AI come to the rescue?
Aug. 24, 2023
Experts are also experimenting with more terrestrial technology to combat conflagrations, including the use of artificial intelligence tools to fight wildfires in California.
—Hayley Smith, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
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“Artificial intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artificial%20intelligence. Accessed 6 Jun. 2024.
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