Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pod-person

Noun
/pɒd ˈpɜːrsən/
Definition
A pod-person refers to an individual who is perceived as being capable of existing without personal connections or emotional bonds, often likened to a character from the science fiction genre.
Examples
  • The pod-person interacted with others only when necessary, leaving few personal connections.
  • In discussions about technology, some people worry about becoming pod-people, losing touch with their emotions.
Meaning
The term suggests a person who is emotionally detached and may operate in a way that seems robotic or lacking in individuality.
Synonyms
  • Automaton
  • Robot
  • Drone
  • Soulless individual