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Meaning of quantum supremacy | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

The potential ability of quantum computers to solve problems that are intractable for classical computers.

uncountable

Examples

“Google said on Wednesday that it had achieved a long-sought breakthrough called “quantum supremacy,” which could allow new kinds of computers to do calculations at speeds that are inconceivable with today’s technology.”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

quantum teleportation quantum theory quantum tomography quantum tunnelling quantum unit of spin quantum universe