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 clinic operates from a notably modern facility in Istanbul, with interiors designed to provide the space with an air of technological sophistication through its high ceilings, contemporary lounge areas, and treatment rooms with city views. Ethan Stone, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026 Soto built the technological infrastructure that will allow Pepper to function as a teacher. Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026 There are many things that affect crypto prices, including supply and demand, the economy, market sentiment, liquidity, and technological and structural factors. Will Jones, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026 The lines were inspired by Orwell; the music reaches into the future to capture the horrific allure of a self-aware technological dystopia. Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 Feb. 2026 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 22 Feb. 2026.

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