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