artificial

adjective B2

Meaning

The term "artificial" refers to something that is made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally, often implying a lack of authenticity or naturalness.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "artificial" with "natural"; remember that "artificial" specifically denotes human-made alternatives.

Example Sentences

Artificial intelligence is transforming many industries worldwide .
Is artificial intelligence changing the way we work today ?
The company developed artificial intelligence to improve customer service .
This artificial light helps plants grow indoors very well .

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