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techno-optimism

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Optimism about the potential of technology.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

Examples

  • Near-synonym: cyberoptimism

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: cyberoptimism

Antonyms: technopessimism, technophobia, cyberphobia, computerphobia, Internetphobia

History

Etymology

From techno- + optimism.