Synonyms for

Computers

Verb / kʌˈmpju:tɜ:z / Another word for computers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Computers are electronic machines that can process and store large amounts of information and perform tasks according to sets of instructions.

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Common collocations

  • personal computer
  • laptop computer
  • desktop computer
  • computer science
  • computer program
  • computer network
  • computer chip
  • computer system

Word family

verb compute
adjective computational

Usage note

The term 'computer' generally refers to electronic devices. While 'compute' is the root verb, it's less common in everyday speech than 'calculate' or 'figure out'.

Example sentences

  1. 1. My dad works with computers all day long.
  2. 2. We use computers to write stories and draw pictures.
  3. 3. There are many different types of computers.
  4. 4. You can learn a lot by using computers to do research.
  5. 5. I love playing games on my computer.

Quotes

  • Computers are useless. They can only give you answers. - Pablo Picasso
  • The computer was born to solve problems that did not exist before. - Bill Gates
  • The good news about computers is that they do what you tell them to do. The bad news is that they do what you tell them to do. - Ted Nelson

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