technocrat

American  

[tek-nuh-krat] / ˈtɛk nəˌkræt /

noun

1. a proponent, adherent, or supporter of technocracy.

2. a technological expert, especially one concerned with management or administration.

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Etymology

Origin of technocrat

First recorded in 1930–35; techno- + -crat

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Example Sentences

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technocrat

Greer came off as a technocrat who paid attention and engaged respectfully while taking notes during dialogues with them, the people said, adding that Greer acknowledged Mexico’s strategic role in North American supply chains.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026

The president is now expected to nominate a different member of Bolojan's party, or possibly a technocrat, to lead a new government.

From BBC ● May 5, 2026

Al-Rumayyan, Prince bin Salman’s trusted technocrat, was charged with implementing the plan, but LIV Golf has failed to attract significant viewership or commercial sponsors despite innovations such as a 54-hole format and a team model.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2026

To his critics, he was a colourless technocrat.

From Barron's ● Mar. 23, 2026

She has impressed people in the West and in the U.S. and the administration as a competent technocrat.

From Slate ● Jan. 5, 2026

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