Definition

In a manner that resembles a robot, often lacking emotion or spontaneity.

Example

She moved robotically, following the instructions without any variation.

Conversation

Have you seen how she dances? It's almost robotically perfect!

Yeah, it's impressive but a bit strange, right?

I know! She moves like she's programmed to do it.

Exactly, it lacks that personal touch that makes dancing fun.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Robotically → It is formed from "robot" (from Czech *robota*, meaning forced labor or drudgery) and the suffix "-ically" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "robotically" means in a manner that resembles or is characteristic of a robot, often implying a lack of emotion or spontaneity.

Memory Tip

Imagine a machine performing tasks without emotion or spontaneity — that's what it means to act 'robotically', as if doing forced labor like a 'robot'.

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