singularity

//ˌsɪŋɡjʊˈlærɪti//
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Noun

singularitySingular
singularitiesPlural
1

The quality or state of being singular, unique, or one of a kind.

The singularity of her artistic style made her work instantly recognizable.

2

A point in space-time at which gravitational forces cause matter to have infinite density and infinitesimal volume, such as at the center of a black hole.

Scientists believe that a singularity exists at the center of every black hole.

3

A hypothetical future point at which technological growth, especially in artificial intelligence, becomes uncontrollable and irreversible, resulting in unforeseeable changes to human civilization.

Some experts predict that the singularity could occur within this century, fundamentally changing how humans live.

4

An unusual or distinctive characteristic, trait, or peculiarity.

One of the singularities of his writing style is the frequent use of unusual metaphors.