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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In Pittsburgh, Brendon Miller-Boldt, 29, recently earned a doctorate in computer science from Carnegie Mellon and attends Latin Mass weekly with his family.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

No computer science degrees—just pure vibes and Claude.

From Slate • Apr. 5, 2026

At Palantir, a top computer science graduate could be working side by side with an English major.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

For centuries, humans have tried to understand the nature of the mind using what tools were available—from philosophy and theology to neuroscience and computer science.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 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