artificial general intelligence

noun

plural artificial general intelligences
: the potential capability of computer systems or algorithms to match or exceed human cognitive abilities (such as reasoning and learning)
artificial general intelligence, which is a hypothetical stage of AI where it will match or surpass humans' abilities across a range of tasks.Mark Mensheha
But I also expect continued advancements in artificial general intelligence to improve both the quality and speed of decision-making across various fields.David Moon
also : an artificial intelligence system having this capability
Artificial general intelligence, super intelligence, and self-aware AI, which would perform tasks quicker and more efficiently than humans, represent future AI evolution. Lynne Jeter
An artificial general intelligence system would be better able to transfer its skills from one domain to another, even if it had never seen the new domain before. Brian O'Neill
compare artificial intelligence

called also AGI

Word History

First Known Use

1989, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of artificial general intelligence was in 1989

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“Artificial general intelligence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artificial%20general%20intelligence. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.

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