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Explaining the reality with this approach may lead to misunderstandings. Especially when it comes to anthropomorphism. I have 2 questions. 1. The text says "the robots were desi…
by cauch · Oct 2, 2026
I have no problem with this person choosing to use different language to describe this. But I do have a problem generally with attempts to impose language changes on others (in…
by semiquaver · Sep 30, 2026
This is another case of anthropomorphic language for AI failing us. Who could be opposed to “learning?” If I learn from a textbook I stole, some people maybe be thrilled I learn…
by dimbletimbers · Sep 30, 2026
> What’s the question? I thought putting the question in my comment would be sufficient. I guess not. It was and still is: > If I should not use anthropomorphic language, how do…
by qarl · Sep 29, 2026
Here's a question I am asking lately. If I should not use anthropomorphic language, how do you suggest I handle the following situation: Sometimes my coding agents will seemingl…
by qarl · Sep 28, 2026
It shouldn’t be a question but this is where the anthropomorphic language and things like “agent welfare” come in to enable responsibility laundering of some of the most powerfu…
by trescenzi · Sep 28, 2026
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Anthropomorphism is the ascribing of human personality, appearance, conduct, cognition, or other attributes to non-human entities, often including non-human animals. In fiction and folklore, it is specifically the endowing of non-human characters with human-like behaviors, speech, facial expressions, etc.; common examples include intelligent talking animals, talking trees, anthropomorphized food, and sentient toys. Read more on Wikipedia