Semantic Overlap
Also known as: Content similarity, Narrative consistency
Measures whether AI uses the same talking points and narrative structure across multiple responses.
Full Explanation
Semantic Overlap calculates how similar the content and key points are across multiple AI responses to the same prompt. High overlap (75%+) means AI consistently uses the same talking points, examples, and narrative structure - even if the exact wording varies. Low overlap (<40%) indicates AI changes the entire narrative each time, drawing from different knowledge sources or reasoning paths. Think of it like this: two product reviews might use different words but make the same three points (high semantic overlap), or they might make completely different arguments (low overlap). For brands, high semantic overlap indicates AI has a stable "story" about you, while low overlap suggests scattered or inconsistent knowledge.
Example
High overlap example: Every time AI describes Heineken, it mentions "crisp lager, global availability, green bottles" (85% overlap). Low overlap example: Craft beer benefits change each response - sometimes it's "unique flavors", sometimes "local community", sometimes "artisanal process" (30% overlap). Brand comparison: Tesla reviews consistently mention "electric innovation, Autopilot, Supercharger network" (high overlap), while generic EV discussions vary widely (low overlap).
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