technophobe

/ ˈtɛknəʊˌfəʊb /

noun

1. someone who fears the effects of technological development on society and the environment

2. someone who is afraid of using technological devices, such as computers

Other Word Forms

• technophobic adjective

Example Sentences

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

Related Words

• Luddite