neo-Luddite

neo-Luddite
Being opposed to technology, in the fashion of the .

One is a neo-Luddite revolt, aiming to destroy machines and machine systems [....]

2. noun
a) One who opposes technology, in the fashion of the .

"Neo-Luddite," I said to myself. A filthy accusation.

b) One who opposes to scientific or technological progress; .

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