Explains intensional definition by superordinate concept and delimiting characteristics
A definition naming the superordinate concept and the characteristics delimiting it from its siblings (ISO 704).
Can AI do this?
AI does this well Most of the tested AI models master this. 10 of 10 models master it.
| Model | Tier | Probability of mastery | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-4-argon | Flagship | 100% | Mastered |
| gemini-3.1-pro-preview | Flagship | 100% | Mastered |
| gpt-6-astra | Flagship | 100% | Mastered |
| claude-fable-5-1 | Flagship | 100% | Mastered |
| gemini-3.8-flash | Mid tier | 100% | Mastered |
| gpt-6.1-sol | Mid tier | 100% | Mastered |
| claude-sonnet-5-5 | Mid tier | 100% | Mastered |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | Low cost | 100% | Mastered |
| gpt-6-luna | Low cost | 100% | Mastered |
| claude-haiku-5-5 | Low cost | 100% | Mastered |
Mastered means a probability of at least 90% that the model has this knobit, estimated from its graded answers. “Not shown” means the answers do not settle it either way. How the models are tested.
What it looks like in practice
Expected result: A definition naming the superordinate concept and the characteristics delimiting it from its siblings (ISO 704)
How it is assessed: Writes and checks sample definitions in this form
Related knobits
Builds on
Needed for
- K-209 Recognises a hidden definition of a second concept
- K-210 Recognises a definition without a superordinate concept
- K-211 Recognises a definition carrying non-defining content
- K-213 Writes an intensional definition of a business term
- K-422 Derives the broader concept from the head of a definition
All 20 knobits of Define business terms.
Source: Data-management practice used by the stage 2 reference and review checklist