computer science

NOUN

the study of computers

Synonyms

STRONGEST

artificial intelligence computer technology data processing information technology robotics

WEAK

computer-aided learning computer-aided testing cybernetics information retrieval natural language processing neural networks operating systems programming programming languages simulation systems analysis

Example Sentences

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Jiaming Cui, assistant professor of computer science at Virginia Tech who authored the study, suggested more cases can’t be ruled out.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

"This example is a nice merger of classical geometry, modern plant biology, and computer science."

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

The singer was also a lecturer in computer science at the University of Rwanda before he was sacked.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Now, the 27-year-old who attended the University of Pennsylvania and completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science in four years, with honors, has become a dark icon for a younger generation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

“N-no, I organize everything. Math notes, computer science notes, bio notes. Oh, and my MTG cards.”

From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon