Utopia

/juːˈtoʊ.pi.ə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An imagined place or state in which everything is perfect, especially in terms of social, political, and moral aspects.

The author describes a utopia where poverty and crime have been completely eradicated.

An impractical scheme for social improvement.

Many believe that the idea of a perfect society is merely a utopia, unattainable in reality.

A work of fiction describing an ideal society.

Thomas More's 'Utopia' is a groundbreaking book that presents a vision of a perfect community.

From Greek 'ou' (not) + 'topos' (place), literally meaning 'no place'.

utopian society

A society that is envisioned as perfect, often impractical in reality.

utopian ideals

Philosophical principles that promote an idealized version of life.

utopian vision

A conceptualization of an ideal future state of existence.

dystopia

An imagined society characterized by suffering or injustice.

idealism

The pursuit of noble ideals, often disregarding practical reality.

fantasy

The faculty or activity of imagining impossible or improbable scenarios.

A perfect community or lifestyle that is unrealistic.

They think living off the grid in the woods is a utopia, but it's just not feasible.

A far-fetched idea about how life should be.

Her plan for a bike-only city sounded like a utopia to me.