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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Now a computer science team believes they have discovered a previously unknown sketch of Boleyn by using facial recognition on a famous collection of Tudor portraits.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Now, the 27-year-old who attended the University of Pennsylvania and completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science in four years, with honors, has become a dark icon for a younger generation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

He later studied computer science as a post-graduate student at CSU-Dominguez Hills.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

Last year, Allen uploaded a picture wearing a graduation gown and cap, saying he was "done" with his computer science master's degree from California State University Dominguez Hills.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

Her mother taught computer science and her dad mathematics.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti