singularities
noun
Meaning
- The state of being singular, distinct, peculiar, uncommon or unusual
- A point where all parallel lines meet
- A point where a measured variable reaches unmeasurable or infinite value
- The value or range of values of a function for which a derivative does not exist
- A point or region in spacetime in which gravitational forces cause matter to have an infinite density; associated with black holes
- A proposed point in the technological future at which artificial intelligences become capable of augmenting and improving themselves, leading to an explosive growth in intelligence.
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