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artificial intelligence
noun/ˌɑːtɪfɪʃl ɪnˈtelɪdʒəns/Band 7
Last updated 21 July 2026
In short
“artificial intelligence” is a Band 7 noun that means computer systems able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence. Below you'll find its pronunciation, natural example sentences, synonyms and antonyms, and the collocations that help you use it accurately in the IELTS Speaking test.
Meaning
Computer systems able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence.
Example sentences
Natural, spoken examples at the level an examiner rewards.
- “Artificial intelligence now powers everyday apps.”
- “There is heated debate about the ethics of artificial intelligence.”
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms
machine intelligenceAI
Antonyms
human intelligence
Collocations & common phrases
Word partners that make your usage sound natural — the difference between knowing a word and using it well.
Collocations
develop artificial intelligenceAI-poweredAI system
Common phrases
advances in artificial intelligence
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Frequently asked questions
What does “artificial intelligence” mean?
Computer systems able to perform tasks that normally require human intelligence.
How do you use “artificial intelligence” in a sentence?
For example: “Artificial intelligence now powers everyday apps.”
What are some synonyms for “artificial intelligence”?
Synonyms include machine intelligence, AI.
Is “artificial intelligence” good vocabulary for IELTS Speaking?
Yes. It is Band 7 vocabulary, and collocations such as develop artificial intelligence, AI-powered, AI system help you use it naturally. Reaching for precise, less common words like this is exactly what lifts your Lexical Resource score.
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