as in specialized
used by or intended for experts in a particular field of knowledge
although the owner's manual for the receiver was supposedly written for the average consumer, it's filled with technical language
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of technical
The technical psychiatry and neurobiology of later times necessarily lacked Valéry’s poetry, and the poets themselves could never make good on his scientism without ceasing to write poetry.
—
Benjamin Kunkel, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Bro Code bosses talk a big game about its socially revolutionary impact, but participants in my research felt thwarted when trying to use their technical skills to serve others.
—Coleen M. Carrigan, WIRED, 9 Dec. 2024
If this all sounds rather technical, that’s consistent with the result, which was not adapted so much as extrapolated from Tolkien’s dense writing.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
In addition to the existing industry stalwarts, Larry W. Lawson and Leo B. Womack, notable technical and clinical experts Brad Ummer and Jacinta (Jess) Fitzsimons bring extensive experience and insight.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for technical 
Benjamin Kunkel, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Bro Code bosses talk a big game about its socially revolutionary impact, but participants in my research felt thwarted when trying to use their technical skills to serve others.
—Coleen M. Carrigan, WIRED, 9 Dec. 2024
If this all sounds rather technical, that’s consistent with the result, which was not adapted so much as extrapolated from Tolkien’s dense writing.
—Peter Debruge, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
In addition to the existing industry stalwarts, Larry W. Lawson and Leo B. Womack, notable technical and clinical experts Brad Ummer and Jacinta (Jess) Fitzsimons bring extensive experience and insight.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for technical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for technical
Adjective
-
Highlight your specialized knowledge or unique offerings in your marketing efforts.Dean Ben-Zour, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
-
Notably, talent shortages in healthcare support roles shift the focus of attention from academic degrees to factual experiences — even though, as far as healthcare jobs are concerned, basic specialized training is still a must.Hilary Tetenbaum, The Arizona Republic, 18 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
Chanel last week announced that Matthieu Blazy would be taking over from Virginie Viard as its new creative lead—meaning there are perhaps a limited number of Bottega Veneta placements to come from Rihanna.Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024
-
The actress is next set to star in Thunderbolts and was announced to join a seven-episode limited series based on John Steinbeck’s 1952 novel East of Eden for Netflix.Lexy Perez, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Dec. 2024
Adjective
-
While serving in Joe Biden’s Justice Department, the special counsel concocted a novel legal case against Biden’s foremost political opponent and would have been happy to try Donald Trump in the midst of the presidential election campaign.Rich Lowry, National Review, 10 Dec. 2024
-
The days leading up to Christmas are some of the most special—when our homes are filled with twinkling lights, cheerful decorations, and the cozy, unmistakable feeling of holiday magic.Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near technical
Cite this Entry
“Technical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/technical. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share