robotic
word
Definition
Something that is robotic is related to robots, or acts like a robot—mechanical, automatic, or lacking emotion.
Usage & Nuances
'Robotic' can describe literal machines or people/actions that seem machine-like (emotionless, repetitive, automatic). Common collocations: 'robotic arm', 'robotic voice', 'robotic movement'. Often suggests something unnatural.
Spanish: robóticoPortuguese (BR): robóticoPortuguese (PT): robóticoChinese (Simplified): 机器人般的 - 机械的Chinese (Traditional): 機器人般的 - 機械的Hindi: रोबोटिक - यांत्रिकArabic: آلي - ميكانيكي
Example Sentences
She spoke in a robotic voice.
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The factory uses robotic arms to build cars.
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His robotic movements made him look very stiff.
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After hours of practice, his dancing still looked a bit robotic.
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Sometimes customer service sounds so robotic, you wonder if it's a real person.
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The company's new product features advanced robotic technology.
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