technophobe
Britishnoun
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someone who fears the effects of technological development on society and the environment
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someone who is afraid of using technological devices, such as computers
Other Word Forms
- technophobic adjective
Example Sentences
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There's so much of Gregor Fisher in ageing technophobe Ken, you might wonder just how much acting was actually required to play the part.
From BBC
He added his father "would have been fascinated" by the project, although noted the broadcaster himself was a "technophobe".
From BBC
The Russian leader, it turns out, is something of a technophobe.
From Washington Times
Despite what my concerns might lead some to believe, I am not a technophobe.
From New York Times
People who have worked with her say she is a technophobe.
From Seattle Times
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