technology-averse
|tech/nol/o/gy-a/verse|
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/tɛkˈnɑːlədʒi əˈvɜːrs/
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/tɛkˈnɒlədʒi əˈvɜːs/
dislike of technology
Etymology
Etymology Information
'averse' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'aversus,' where 'a-' meant 'away from' and 'vertere' meant 'to turn.'
Historical Evolution
'averse' changed from the Latin word 'aversus' and eventually became the modern English word 'averse.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'turned away from,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having a strong dislike or opposition to.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a strong dislike or opposition to technology.
He is technology-averse and prefers to use traditional methods.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45