#Cambridge Dictionary

#Cambridge Dictionary

The word of the year for 2023 according to Cambridge Dictionary is 'hallucinate', with a new definition related to AI producing false information.

AI hallucinations, also known as confabulations, can appear plausible and believable while being factually inaccurate.

There has been a surge of interest in generative AI tools like ChatGPT, leading to a focus on the limitations of AI and the importance of human critical thinking.

Cambridge Dictionary has chosen 'hallucinate' as its 2023 word of the year due to the popularity of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT that sometimes produce false information.

The definition of 'hallucinate' in relation to AI originated as a term in the machine learning space, but has spilled over into general use causing confusion and unnecessary anthropomorphism.

The term 'hallucinate' highlights the need to understand both the strengths and weaknesses of generative AI in order to interact with it safely and effectively.

Artificial intelligence has influenced the definition of the word 'hallucinate' in the Cambridge Dictionary.

The addition of AI-related definitions in dictionaries highlights the impact of AI on language.

There are potential risks and challenges associated with AI-generated content in language resources.