noun phrase · neutral
augmented reality
UK/ɔːɡˌmen.tɪd riˈæl.ɪ.ti/US/ɔːɡˌmɛn.tɪd riˈæl.ə.ti/aug·MEN·ted re·AL·i·ty
Technology that overlays digital information onto the real world, enhancing the user's perception of reality.
Examples
“Many museums use augmented reality to bring exhibits to life for visitors.”
“Augmented reality apps can show navigation arrows on top of the real street view.”
“Retailers experiment with augmented reality so customers can 'try on' clothes virtually.”
Band 8 sentence
“Tourism agencies are exploring augmented reality to provide interactive guides that enrich on-site experiences.”
Collocations
- use augmented reality
- augmented reality app
- augmented reality technology
Word family
Common mistakes
virtual reality→augmented reality
augmented realty→augmented reality
Say it for a higher band
5VR→6virtual reality→7+augmented reality
Synonyms
mixed reality
Easily confused
virtual reality
“While virtual reality immerses users in a digital world, augmented reality overlays information on the real world.”
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