Robotic: meaning, definitions and examples

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robotic

[roʊˈbɑːtɪk ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

technology

Of, relating to, or characteristic of a robot.

Synonyms

artificial, automated, mechanical.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
robotic	Used when referring to something that relates to robots or behaves like a robot, often implying precision or a lack of human emotional touch. The factory uses robotic arms to assemble the cars. His speech was so robotic that it put me to sleep.
automated	Refers to processes or systems that operate automatically, usually with minimal human intervention, common in technology and industry contexts. The entire billing process has been automated to save time. Automated systems can handle customer service inquiries more efficiently.
mechanical	Relates to machines or the use of machinery, can imply a lack of emotion or creativity when used to describe human actions. The mechanical engineer designed a new engine for the car. Her response was so mechanical that I questioned her sincerity.
artificial	Describes something made or produced by humans rather than occurring naturally, often used in contrast with natural things. She prefers artificial flowers because they last longer. The lab developed an artificial sweetener with no calories.

Examples of usage

Robotic technology has advanced significantly in recent years.
The robotic arm was able to perform precise movements.

^{Context #2 | Adjective}

behavior

Lacking warmth, spontaneity, or individuality.

Synonyms

mechanical, stiff, unemotional.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
robotic	Describes actions or behaviors that are very precise and seem automated, often used when talking about machines or people acting like machines. Her dance moves were so robotic, you could almost hear the gears turning. The factory is highly robotic, with machines handling most of the work.
mechanical	Used to describe something related to or operated by machinery. It can also refer to actions done automatically without thought or feeling. He gave a mechanical response, showing no emotion. The mechanical arm can assemble cars much faster than a human.
unemotional	Describes a lack of emotional expression or response. It often has a negative connotation, implying coldness or detachment. She remained unemotional during the entire meeting, making it hard to read her thoughts. His voice was flat and unemotional, which made the speech boring.
stiff	Describes something that is not flexible, either physically or in terms of behavior. Often used negatively to describe awkward or overly formal actions. His movements were stiff and awkward during the dance. The conversation was stiff, lacking any natural flow.

Examples of usage

His robotic response showed no emotion or personal touch.
She spoke in a robotic tone, devoid of passion.

Translations

Translations of the word "robotic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 robótico

🇮🇳 रोबोटिक

🇩🇪 robotisch

🇮🇩 robotik

🇺🇦 роботизований

🇵🇱 robotyczny

🇯🇵 ロボットの

🇫🇷 robotique

🇪🇸 robótico

🇹🇷 robotik

🇰🇷 로봇의

🇸🇦 روبوتي

🇨🇿 robotický

🇸🇰 robotický

🇨🇳 机器人

🇸🇮 robotski

🇮🇸 vélmenni

🇰🇿 роботтық

🇬🇪 რობოტული

🇦🇿 robotik

🇲🇽 robótico

Etymology

The word 'robotic' is derived from the word 'robot', which was first introduced by Czech writer Karel Čapek in his play 'R.U.R.' (Rossum's Universal Robots) in 1920. The term 'robot' originally referred to artificial creatures created to perform tasks for humans. Over time, 'robotic' has come to describe not only technology related to robots but also behavior that is mechanical or lacking in human warmth.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,245, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.

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