space-age

adjective

ˈspās-ˈāj 

: of, relating to, or befitting the age of space exploration

especially : modern

space-age technology

Synonyms of space-age

• modern
• new
• contemporary

Examples of space-age in a Sentence

space-age technology that totally transformed the news-gathering business

Recent Examples on the Web

The contact was imperceptible to the naked eye, but a space-age sensor in the ball had confirmed it. — Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026

Finally, a core layer of space-age aerogel insulates the delicate electronics from intense heat. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026

On June 13, hundreds of true believers gathered at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, California dressed in colorful, reflective, space-age outfits to watch a film and celebrate the existence of aliens. — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 29 June 2026

Nearly 2 million people a year wander through, snapping selfies, zipping up to the top in space-age pods, and resting city-weary feet in the grass. — Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 31 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

space-age

adjective

ˈspā-ˌsāj

: of or relating to the age of space exploration

especially : modern entry 1 sense 1

space-age technology