future shock

future shock

noun

Definition of FUTURE SHOCK

: the physical and psychological distress suffered by one who is unable to cope with the rapidity of social and technological changes

First Known Use of FUTURE SHOCK

1965

Rhymes with FUTURE SHOCK

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