computer

[kuhm-pyoo-ter] / kəmˈpyu tər /

NOUN

data processing machine

Synonyms

STRONGEST

PC data processor desktop computer personal computer

STRONG

CPU central processing unit device handheld computer laptop machine mainframe micro microcomputer mini minicomputer notebook notebook computer processor tablet

WEAK

abacus artificial intelligence brain electronic brain number cruncher thinking machine

Example Sentences

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What has surprised the researchers is how confident the computer models already are about its strength.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

That misses the difference between using generative AI to play on your computer and building a mobile gaming business.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Much of the excitement surrounding the stock involves the promise of unproven technology — Musk’s plan to launch thousands of satellites powered by the sun that would perform artificial intelligence computer calculations in space.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“I’d be dialed in, looking at the computer for six hours but I wouldn’t have any more gas in me,” says Connolly, 46.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

“Not quite,” said Alex, turning on the computer.

From "Nim’s Island" by Wendy Orr

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