Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

technophobe

noun

/ˈtɛk.nə.foʊb/

Definition

A person who is afraid of or dislikes advanced technology.

Examples

Many technophobes struggle to adapt to the rapid pace of technological change in today’s world.
Despite being a skilled worker, his technophobe tendencies prevent him from using new software at his job.
She often jokes about being a technophobe when she can’t figure out how to use the latest applications.

Meaning

Technophobe refers to someone who has a strong aversion to technology, particularly modern gadgets and systems that interrupt traditional ways of living.