robotesque

/ˌrɒbɪˈtɛsk/

Definitions

1. adjective

resembling or characteristic of a robot, especially in being stiff, awkward, or lacking in natural or human-like movement or expression.

“The robot’s stiff, robotesque movements made it seem more machine than living being.”

2. noun

a thing or quality that is reminiscent of a robot, especially in being stiff, awkward, or lacking in natural or human-like movement or expression.

“The robotesque design of the new sci-fi film’s alien creature was both fascinating and unsettling.”

Synonyms

  • automaton
  • mechanical

Antonyms

  • natural
  • organic