Explains circularity in definitions and concept systems
A definition using its own term, or terms defined by each other, explains nothing.
Can AI do this?
AI does this well Most of the tested AI models master this. 7 of 10 models master it.
| Model | Tier | Probability of mastery | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-4-argon | Flagship | 100% | Mastered |
| gemini-3.1-pro-preview | Flagship | 92% | Not shown |
| 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 | 75% | Not shown |
| gpt-6-luna | Low cost | 76% | Not shown |
| 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 using its own term, or terms defined by each other, explains nothing
How it is assessed: Finds circularity in sample definitions and concept systems
Related knobits
Needed for
All 20 knobits of Define business terms.
Source: Data-management practice used by the stage 2 reference and review checklist