Definition

A person who is afraid of or dislikes using computers and technology.

Example

My grandmother is a computerphobe; she avoids using her laptop whenever possible.

Conversation

I heard you helped John with his computerphobe issues last week.

Yeah, he was really struggling with his laptop.

It's tough to see someone so anxious about technology.

I know, but with a little patience, he can overcome his computerphobe tendencies.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Computerphobe → It is formed from "computer" (from Latin *computare*, meaning to calculate or count) and "-phobe" (from Greek *phobos*, meaning fear). The word describes someone who has a fear or aversion to computers.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has a 'fear' ('phobos') of 'computers' — that's why a computerphobe is someone who fears computers.

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