The Evolving Definition of 'Hallucinate' Quiz

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What is the Cambridge dictionary’s word of the year for 2023?

Hallucinate (correct)
Generative
Mimics
Artificial

What is the original definition of the word 'hallucinate'?

To create false information
To interact with AI safely and effectively
To mimic human writing
To seem to see, hear, feel, or smell something that does not exist (correct)

What is the additional meaning of 'hallucinate' as per the text?

Relating to the interaction with AI safely
Relating to mimicking human writing
Relating to when AI systems produce false information (correct)
Relating to creating large language models

Why was the word 'hallucinate' chosen as the word of the year?

Due to its new meaning related to AI and its impact on people's discussions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the dictionary's advice regarding generative AI?

Being aware of both its potential strengths and its current weaknesses (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the new meaning of 'hallucinate' as per the text?

The new meaning of 'hallucinate' relates to artificial intelligence systems such as ChatGPT producing false information. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Cambridge dictionary choose 'hallucinate' as the word of the year for 2023?

The word 'hallucinate' was chosen because the new meaning 'gets to the heart of why people are talking about AI', according to a post on the dictionary site. Signup and view all the answers

According to the dictionary, what is generative AI and how should people interact with it?

Generative AI is described as a 'powerful' but 'far from perfect' tool, and people should be aware of both its potential strengths and its current weaknesses while learning how to interact with it safely and effectively. Signup and view all the answers

What AI-related entries did the dictionary add this year?

The dictionary added entries such as large language model (or LLM) and generative AI (or GenAI) this year. Signup and view all the answers

What is the original definition of the word 'hallucinate'?

The original definition of 'hallucinate' is to 'seem to see, hear, feel, or smell' something that does not exist, usually because of a health condition or because of taking a drug. Signup and view all the answers

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