tech-aversion
|tech-a-ver-sion|
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/tɛk əˈvɜrʒən/
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/tɛk əˈvɜːʃən/
resistance to technology
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tech-aversion' originates from the combination of 'tech,' a short form of 'technology,' and 'aversion,' which comes from Latin 'aversio,' meaning 'a turning away.'
Historical Evolution
'aversion' changed from the Latin word 'aversio' and eventually became the modern English word 'aversion.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'aversion' meant 'a turning away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a strong dislike or disinclination.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a reluctance or resistance to use or embrace technology.
Her tech-aversion made it difficult for her to adapt to the new software at work.
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Last updated: 2025/03/06 22:46