technology

[tek-nol-uh-jee] / tɛkˈnɒl ə dʒi /

NOUN

electronics, science

Synonyms

STRONGEST

automation machinery

STRONG

computers mechanics mechanization robotics telecommunications

WEAK

applied science electronic components hi tech high tech industrial science scientific know-how scientific knowledge technical knowledge

Example Sentences

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In recent years, when a new break in a cold case makes headlines, it’s often because of updated genealogy tools or forensic detection technology.

From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026

Screen Sanity recommends introducing technology to kids in stages: first, a screen-free landline, then a smartwatch, followed by a stripped-down smartphone with restrictions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

And it came on the back of years of investments in developing crucial technology, including AI - which has only continued in the wake of DeepSeek's success.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Manipulating light at extremely small scales is key to advancing modern technology.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Maybe it was operated by paw-print recognition technology.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth