Associations to the word «Luddite»

Wiktionary

LUDDITE, noun. Any of a group of early 19th century English textile workers who destroyed machinery because it would harm their livelihood.
LUDDITE, noun. (by extension) (pejorative) Someone who opposes technological change.

Dictionary definition

LUDDITE, noun. Any opponent of technological progress.
LUDDITE, noun. One of the 19th century English workmen who destroyed laborsaving machinery that they thought would cause unemployment.

Wise words

Every day we should hear at least one little song, read one good poem, see one exquisite picture, and, if possible, speak a few sensible words.
Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe