Synonyms for

Electronic

Verb / ˌɪˌleˈktrɑ:nɪk / Another word for electronic — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to or using devices that create, transmit, or store information using very small amounts of electricity, such as computers and smartphones

Synonyms & similar words

digital computerized automated cyber hi-tech technological virtual online web-based smart intelligent robotic mechanical electrified wired cordless battery-powered unplugged wireless

Synonyms by register

Formal

digital circuit-based electro-mechanical

Informal

techy gadgety electric

Literary

luminescent radiant

Antonyms

manual mechanical analog acoustic non-digital organic

Common collocations

  • electronic device
  • electronic mail
  • electronic commerce
  • electronic circuit
  • electronic signature
  • electronic component
  • electronic music
  • electronic warfare

Word family

noun electronics
adverb electronically

Usage note

Often used to describe devices or systems that operate using the flow of electrons, typically involving circuits and digital processing. It is distinct from 'electric', which refers to phenomena related to electric charge or electricity in general.

Example sentences

  1. My laptop is an electronic device.
  2. I like to listen to electronic music.
  3. The electronic lock on the door keeps our house safe.
  4. The electronic thermometer showed I had a fever.
  5. I need to fix my electronic watch.

Quotes

  • The rise of electronic dance music (EDM) has been massive.
  • Electronic music is the future.
  • Electronic music is a language that doesn't speak in particular words. It speaks in emotions, and if it's in the bones, it's in the bones. - Keith Flint

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