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technophile

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈtɛk.nə.faɪl/

KK: /tɛkˈnɒfaɪl/

noun
Definition

A person who loves or is very enthusiastic about technology, especially computers and advanced gadgets.


Example

As a technophile, she always has the latest smartphone and gadgets.


Conversation
Sloth A
I just got the latest smartphone, and I feel like such a technophile now.
Sloth B
That's awesome! I love how fast technology is evolving.
Sloth A
Right? Being a technophile makes it so exciting to keep up with everything.
Sloth B
Totally! It's like there's always something new to discover.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
geek
nerd
enthusiast
Antonyms
detractor
luddite
opponent
Root Explanation

Technophile → It is formed from "techno-" (from Greek "techne", meaning art or skill) and "-phile" (from Greek "philos", meaning loving or fond of). The word describes someone who loves or is enthusiastic about technology.

Memory Tip

Think of 'techne' meaning art or skill, and 'philos' meaning love — a technophile is someone who loves technology.

Visually Confused Words
stenophile
thamnophile
xenophile
theophile
cynophile
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