Definition

A very powerful computer that can perform complex calculations at high speeds, often used for scientific research and simulations.

Example

The researchers used a supercomputer to analyze vast amounts of data for their climate model.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new supercomputer they just built at the university?

Yeah, I read that it's supposed to be incredibly fast!

I wonder how much data it can process at once with that supercomputer.

Probably more than we can imagine — it's amazing what technology can do now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Supercomputer → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or beyond) and "computer" (from Latin "computare", meaning to calculate or count). The word "supercomputer" refers to a computer that performs at a higher level than a standard computer, capable of processing vast amounts of data at incredible speeds.

Memory Tip

Think of a computer that works 'above' ('super-') the normal level, performing calculations at extraordinary speeds.

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