Dystopia

ENZH

What Does Dystopia Mean?

  • 反乌托邦
  • 乌托邦的对立面
  • 恶劣社会

Dystopia Pronunciation

/dɪsˈtoʊ.pi.ə/

Dystopia Definition

noun

Definition

An imagined society that is dehumanizing and unpleasant, often characterized by oppressive societal control and illusion of a perfect society.

In ZH

一个想象中的社会,非人性化且令人不快,通常以压迫性的社会控制和完美社会的幻觉为特征。

How to Use Dystopia in a Sentence

  • The novel depicts a dystopia where the government controls every aspect of life.
  • Many classic films explore themes of dystopia and the consequences of technological overreach.
  • In a dystopia, individual freedoms are often sacrificed for the sake of order.
  • The concept of dystopia serves as a warning against unchecked power and totalitarianism.
  • Authors use dystopia to critique contemporary societal issues by exaggerating their potential outcomes.