Synonyms for
Robots
Definition
Robots are machines that are designed to perform tasks that would otherwise be done by humans.
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Common collocations
- industrial robots
- humanoid robots
- robot arms
- robot vacuum
- robot uprising
- robot dog
- robot assistant
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Usage note
The term 'robot' primarily refers to a machine capable of carrying out a complex series of actions automatically, especially one programmable by a computer. While 'android' and 'cyborg' are related, they refer to specific types of artificial beings.
Example sentences
- The robots in the movie were very advanced and could do almost anything.
- The robots at the factory made the job much easier for the workers.
- Robots are often used in dangerous situations where it is too risky for humans to go.
- The robots on the assembly line never get tired or take a break.
- Robots can be programmed to do a variety of tasks and are very efficient at doing them.
Quotes
"The rise of powerful AI will be either the best or the worst thing ever to happen to humanity. We do not yet know which." -Stephen Hawking
"The ideal robot should be able to sense its environment, navigate around obstacles, and respond to simple voice commands." -Daniel H. Wilson
"The robots are coming, whether we like it or not, and will change our economy in dramatic ways." -Andrew Yang