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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The ability to feed a growing human population - in a sustainable and environmentally friendly fashion - depends on continual technological innovation and a steady stream of breakthrough ideas. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025 Under that system, science has flourished, turning the government’s investment into technological innovation and economic growth. Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2025 Lawmakers and funding agencies must prioritize investments in safety measures alongside the technological innovations themselves. Rob El Kareh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2025 These adaptations can include constructing flood-resistant infrastructure, developing technological innovations, or even migrating to more hospitable regions. Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 13 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for technological 

Word History

Etymology

technology + -ical

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 21 Feb. 2025.

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