hallucinate
What is another word for hallucinate? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Verb — To perceive things that are not actually present, as a result of mental state, drugs, or illness.
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AI model hallucinates
Etymology
From Latin hallucinatus, related to a verb meaning "to wander in the mind" or "to dream."
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What does “hallucinate” mean?
The word “hallucinate” means to perceive things that are not actually present, as a result of mental state, drugs, or illness. In plain terms, to see or sense things that aren't really there — or, for AI, to confidently make up false information.
How do you pronounce “hallucinate”?
“Hallucinate” is pronounced huh-LOO-sih-nayt (/həˈl(j)uːsɪneɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “hallucinate” in a sentence?
Here is “hallucinate” used in a sentence: “The fever made him hallucinate strange shapes on the ceiling.”
What part of speech is “hallucinate”?
“Hallucinate” is a verb.
Where does the word “hallucinate” come from?
The word “hallucinate” comes from Latin. From Latin hallucinatus, related to a verb meaning "to wander in the mind" or "to dream.".
How many meanings does “hallucinate” have?
“Hallucinate” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to perceive things that are not actually present, as a result of mental state, drugs, or illness.
