technologically illiterate

Meaning

1. 1adjectivenot comparable

   Unable to use computers, smartphones, or other modern technology confidently.

   Grammar: Used after a linking verb ('He is technologically illiterate') or before a noun ('a technologically illiterate workforce').

   Patterns

   • be technologically illiterate
   • technologically illiterate person
   • technologically illiterate about something

   Many older workers feel technologically illiterate compared with their younger colleagues.

   The survey found that a third of adults are technologically illiterate.

   He was technologically illiterate until his granddaughter taught him to use a tablet.

Common combinations

technologically illiterate adults

The program helps technologically illiterate adults learn basic computer skills.

feel technologically illiterate

I feel technologically illiterate when my phone updates.

remain technologically illiterate

Without training, many employees remain technologically illiterate.

Synonyms and how they differ

computer-illiterate

Computer-illiterate is narrower, referring only to computers, while technologically illiterate covers all modern devices.

technophobic

Technophobic suggests fear or dislike of technology, not just lack of skill.

Opposites

Word family

technology noun

Machines and systems developed from scientific knowledge.

technological adjective

Relating to technology.

technologically adverb

In a way that relates to technology.

illiteracy noun

The inability to read and write.

Commonly confused: technologically illiterate or illiterate?

Practice

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