AGI
1 of 2abbreviation or noun (1)
variants
or less commonly A.G.I.
plural AGIs also A.G.I.s
a
: the potential capability of computer systems or algorithms to match or exceed human cognitive abilities (such as reasoning and learning)
AGI, as it's known, is widely seen as the ultimate aim of generative AI companies—an artificial, humanlike intelligence that can be applied to a wide range of tasks.—Morgan Meaker
b
: an artificial intelligence system having this capability
There's a debate about definitions of AGI, but we've always thought about it as a system that has the ability to exhibit all the cognitive capabilities we have as humans.—Steven Levy
For the past decade, the conversation around artificial intelligence has been consumed by the pursuit of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI): systems that can reason broadly like a human mind.—Michael Koch
Unlike current AI-powered developments, AGI agents are more adaptable to any area and more proactive when making decisions autonomously.—Jean Leon
AGI
2 of 2abbreviation or noun (2)
plural AGIs
: an individual's gross (see gross entry 1 sense 3) income minus the total amount in deductions allowed by law : adjusted gross income
Your AGI is your total income from all sources minus certain adjustments such as student loan interest, alimony payments and retirement contributions.—Leah Daniels
To qualify for the tax credit, filers must be under certain thresholds for adjusted gross income, or AGI.—Leada Gore
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“AGI.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/AGI. Accessed 14 Aug. 2026.
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