artificial intelligence
noun
1
: the capability of computer systems or algorithms to imitate intelligent human behavior
… helped pioneer the idea that computers can exhibit artificial intelligence that mirrors human thinking.—
Richard Sandomir
Richard SandomirA Monmouth University poll … found that only 9 percent of Americans believed that computers with artificial intelligence would do more good than harm to society.—Shira Ovide
Shira OvideArtificial intelligence applications are already used behind the scenes in hospitals to automate workforce tasks, improve patient flow, for operating room scheduling and elsewhere to improve efficiency.—Liz Freeman
Liz Freeman
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
Benjamin C. Kinney … they are now eager to create artificial intelligences that can mediate human life at every level. —Edward Ongweso Jr.
see also generative artificial intelligence
Edward Ongweso Jr. 2
: a branch of computer science dealing with the simulation of intelligent human behavior by computers
The school of computer science offers … undergraduate degrees in artificial intelligence.—Evan Robinson-Johnson
Evan Robinson-JohnsonHe is looking to study computer science focusing on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.—Joe McHugh
Joe McHughExamples of artificial intelligence in a Sentence
a robot with artificial intelligence
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By Billy Perrigo February 6, 2025 9:46 AM EST
IBM was one of the earliest frontrunners in artificial intelligence.
—Billy Perrigo, TIME, 6 Feb. 2025
Using advanced tools like nano-bioreactors and artificial intelligence, Jamieson’s team simulates these conditions to track cellular changes and uncover how space alters cell behavior.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025
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The image was generated by artificial intelligence.
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Despite assumptions weather forecasters could be replaced by artificial intelligence, there is a critical human element to conveying forecasts to governors, mayors and emergency planners.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN, 5 Feb. 2025
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Billy Perrigo, TIME, 6 Feb. 2025
Using advanced tools like nano-bioreactors and artificial intelligence, Jamieson’s team simulates these conditions to track cellular changes and uncover how space alters cell behavior.
—David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025
Email newsletter | Facebook page Our rating: Manipulated media
The image was generated by artificial intelligence.
—Chris Mueller, USA TODAY, 6 Feb. 2025
Despite assumptions weather forecasters could be replaced by artificial intelligence, there is a critical human element to conveying forecasts to governors, mayors and emergency planners.
—Ella Nilsen, CNN, 5 Feb. 2025
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“Artificial intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artificial%20intelligence. Accessed 11 Feb. 2025.
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