Definition

This term describes a time or situation where manufacturing is not as important as services, information, and research in an economy or society.

Example

Many cities are adapting to a postindustrial economy by focusing on technology and services instead of traditional manufacturing.

Conversation

Have you noticed how many postindustrial cities are emerging now?

Yeah, it’s interesting how the focus has shifted from manufacturing to services.

Exactly! It makes me wonder how this will change our job market in the future.

For sure, I think it will create a lot of new opportunities in different fields.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Postindustrial → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "industrial" (from Latin "industrialis", meaning related to industry). The word "postindustrial" refers to a period or society that comes after the industrial age, characterized by a shift away from manufacturing to services and technology.

Memory Tip

Think of 'post-' meaning 'after' and 'industrial' relating to 'industry' — so postindustrial describes a time that comes after the industrial era.

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