Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
artificial
Adjective
/ˌɑːr.tɪˈfɪʃ.əl/
Definition
Made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally, especially as a copy of something natural.
Examples
- Artificial intelligence can perform tasks that require human-like reasoning.
- The flowers in the arrangement were artificial, yet very realistic.
Meaning
The term ‘artificial’ refers to anything that is not natural, often created to imitate or replace something that is. It can refer to materials, intelligence, flavors, and more.
Synonyms
- Fake
- Imitation
- Simulated
- Unnatural
- Man-made
