60 AI Buzzwords to Ditch If You Don’t Want to Sound Like a Bot
Want your copy to sound like ChatGPT? Of course you don’t.
That’s why you should avoid these 60 words and phrases, which sound like they came straight from the robot’s mouth.
“Delve” into This List of AI Vocabulary
When was the last time you really delved? If you ask ChatGPT, they’d say, “Zero seconds ago.”
“Delve” has become the butt of the joke when talking about AI vocabulary. Even ChatGPT itself acknowledges how much it uses this meaningless word:
All delving aside, what are some other common words and phrases used by AI?
Here are my lists of vocabulary to avoid if you don’t want people to think you used ChatGPT.
Common AI Verbs
- Delve
- Embark
- Navigate
- Unveil
- Harness
- Utilize
- Facilitate
- Align
- Showcase
- Remark
Common AI Adjectives
- Vital
- Pivotal
- Vibrant
- Ever-evolving
- Cutting-edge
- Crucial
- Intriguing
- Synergistic
- Robust
- Transformative
Common AI Nouns
- Realm
- Tapestry
- Landscape
- Array
- Beacon
- Intersection
- Institution
- Optimization
- Efficiency
- Integration
Common AI Adverbs
- Notably
- Certainly
- Subsequently
- Seamlessly
- Indeed
- Thus
- Tragically
- Undoubtedly
- Arguably
- Moreover
Common AI Phrases
- Dive into
- Play a significant role in shaping
- Provide a valuable insight
- Left an indelible mark
- Despite facing
- The intricacies of
- Navigating the complexities of
- It’s important to consider
- It’s worth noting that
- Game changer
- In today’s digital age
- In today’s fast-paced world
- In the age of
- Notable works include
- Aims to explore
- A stark reminder
- Unwavering commitment
- The multifaceted nature
- Data-driven decisions
- Deliver actionable insights
Which Words & Phrases Would You Add to This List?
Note: I got several items on this list from GPTZero, which has an AI Vocabulary scan that updates with the Top 50 AI Words and Phrases every month.
Also note: I’m not saying these words and phrases are all inherently awful. But most of them are.
Bottom line: Avoid these 60 words and phrases if you don’t want people to think you used AI.
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