technophobe

Thân thiện

A technophobe hesitates to use the new touchscreen tablet.

Definition

Noun: A person who has a strong dislike, fear, or avoidance of new technology. A technophobe is typically anxious, resistant, or reluctant to adopt or use modern technological devices and systems.

Usage

The word "technophobe" is used to describe a person whose attitude or behavior is characterized by technophobia. It is a countable noun. * It is often used in contrast to terms like "technophile" or "early adopter." * It can describe a general, persistent trait or a temporary reaction to specific complex technology.

Examples

• My grandfather is a technophobe; he refuses to use a smartphone and still writes letters by hand.
• The company's new software system was met with resistance from the technophobes in the accounting department.
• She jokingly called herself a technophobe when she couldn't figure out how to connect the new wireless printer.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in sociological or psychological discussions about technology adoption and generational gaps.
• It can sometimes carry a mild, humorous connotation but may also be used in a more serious, critical context regarding resistance to necessary change.

Variants and Related Words

• Technophobia (n): The fear or dislike of advanced technology or complex devices, especially computers. This is the condition or attitude itself.
  • His technophobia prevents him from applying for jobs that require computer skills.
• Technophobic (adj): Having or showing a dislike or fear of new technology.
  • She has a technophobic attitude toward social media.

Synonyms

• Luddite (historically, a protester against machinery; now often used for someone opposed to new technology)
• Technology-resistant (descriptive phrase)

Antonyms

• Technophile
• Early adopter
• Tech-savvy person

Học thuật

Noun

1. a person who dislikes or avoids new technology