computer science

NOUN

the study of computers

Synonyms

STRONGEST

artificial intelligence computer technology data processing information technology robotics

WEAK

computer-aided learning computer-aided testing cybernetics information retrieval natural language processing neural networks operating systems programming programming languages simulation systems analysis

Example Sentences

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“Gödel, Escher, Bach” is a virtuoso display of flexible thinking, connecting genetics, math, computer science, art and music.

From The Wall Street Journal

Georgeann Kepchar, who taught the school’s Advanced Placement computer science course, saw Mr. Altman as one of her most talented computer science students — and one with a rare knack for pushing people in new directions.

From New York Times

“The meme likely went viral because of the uncertainty about whether it was real or fake,” said Arvind Narayanan, a professor of computer science at Princeton University who studies AI.

From Washington Post

He is just coming out as gay and wants to major in computer science in college.

From New York Times

The computer science student said he "learned loads about what it means to be a cox" in his maiden year and will now hope to guide the men's team to victory.

From BBC