technophobia
|tech/no/pho/bia|
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/ˌtɛk.nəˈfoʊ.bi.ə/
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/ˌtɛk.nəˈfəʊ.bi.ə/
fear of technology
Etymology
Etymology Information
'technophobia' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'techne' meaning 'art, skill' and 'phobos' meaning 'fear'.
Historical Evolution
'technophobia' was directly borrowed from Greek into modern English without significant transformation.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fear of technology', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an irrational fear or dislike of advanced technology or complex devices, especially computers.
Many older adults experience technophobia when trying to use new gadgets.
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Last updated: 2025/02/17 00:51