technophobia
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nəˈfoʊ noun
abnormal fear of or anxiety about the effects of advanced technology.
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technophobia (ˌtɛknəʊˈfəʊbɪə) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | fear of the effects of technological developments on society or the environment |
| 2. | fear of using technological devices, such as computers |
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Technophobia
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| Main Entry: | technophobia |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | See technofear |
Example sentences
Technophobia and cost also muted and channeled the telegraph's influence.
Another reason not to get too excited is the reflexive conservatism and technophobia of medical folk.
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