technological

adjective

tech·​no·​log·​i·​cal ˌtek-nə-ˈlä-ji-kəl How to pronounce technological (audio)
variants or less commonly technologic
1
: of, relating to, or characterized by technology
2
: resulting from improvements in technical processes that increase productivity of machines and eliminate manual operations or operations done by older machines
technologically adverb

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Timeless Truths In Investing AI and automation are reshaping our world, yet certain critical foundations of investing remain timeless and resilient to technological advancements. Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 With away fans being served free drinks at the Stadium of Light because of a technological glitch, with players and staff lining up for a triumphant post-match photo in front of supporters, the idea that a derby match could ever be a free hit was thoroughly subverted. George Caulkin, The Athletic, 29 Dec. 2024 As leaders in the AI race push for further technological advancements and deployment, many are finding their energy needs increasingly at odds with their sustainability goals. Bradley Hoppenstein, CNBC, 28 Dec. 2024 The future From a technological point of view, the problems of nuclear waste disposal have been largely solved. David Szondy, New Atlas, 28 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for technological 

Word History

Etymology

technology + -ical

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of technological was in 1789

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“Technological.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/technological. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.

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