intelligent agent
nounUK /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒənt ˈeɪdʒənt/
US /ɪnˈtɛlɪdʒənt ˈeɪdʒənt/
A smart computer helper that can look at things and decide what to do by itself.
The intelligent agent in the game learned to find the fastest path to the treasure.
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2. A software program that observes its surroundings and acts to reach goals on its own.
The warehouse uses an intelligent agent to move boxes without a human driver.
3. A character or creature in a video game controlled by the computer rather than a player.
The enemy intelligent agent hid behind a wall and waited for the player to pass.
4. A person or group that gathers information and makes decisions for someone else.
The spy acted as an intelligent agent, reporting back to headquarters.