fuzzy logic

noun

1. a branch of logic designed to allow degrees of imprecision in reasoning and knowledge, typified by terms such as `very', `quite possibly', and `unlikely', to be represented in such a way that the information can be processed by computer

fuzzy logic

1. A form of algebra employing a range of values from “true” to “false” that is used in making decisions with imprecise data. The outcome of an operation is assigned a value between 0 and 1 corresponding to its degree of truth. Fuzzy logic is used, for example, in artificial intelligence systems.

Example Sentences

This system leverages fuzzy logic to map input and output values to approximate a nonlinear system as multiple linear systems which are easier to model.

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Through it all, Dudamel conducted more attuned to music than the fuzzy logic of magic, the storyteller happily marshalling forces, marveling in details, painting pictures, suggesting sensations.

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With their halts and hesitations and dust bunnies of fuzzy logic, they beg to be thoroughly tidied before use, and disposed of quickly after.

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With a baku at their disposal, the script’s fuzzy logic goes, the military could obliterate the dreams of the entire ’60s counterculture with their pesky Vietnam War protests and other subversive activities.

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With the fuzzy logic and stern will of a sleep-deprived woman, I gave chase to the thief: a fox.

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