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utopia

/juːˈtoʊ.pi.ə/intermediate Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

An imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfect.

Example Sentences:
  • The author described a technological utopia where disease and poverty had been eradicated.
  • Many early settlers traveled to the new world hoping to build a social utopia.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Coined by Sir Thomas More for his 1516 book 'Utopia'. It is derived from the Greek 'ou' (not) and 'topos' (place), meaning 'no-place'. It also plays on the Greek prefix 'eu-' (good), implying a 'good place' that does not exist.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

U-TO-PIA: You-To-Pia sounds like 'You toopia' (You to a place that doesn't exist).

Frequently Asked Questions About “utopia

1. What is the meaning of “utopia” in English?

In English, utopia (noun) is defined as: “An imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfect.”.

2. How do you use “utopia” in a sentence?

The author described a technological utopia where disease and poverty had been eradicated.

3. What are English synonyms of “utopia”?

Common synonyms include:paradise,ideal,heaven,nirvana

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “utopia”?

Coined by Sir Thomas More for his 1516 book 'Utopia'. It is derived from the Greek 'ou' (not) and 'topos' (place), meaning 'no-place'. It also plays on the Greek prefix 'eu-' (good), implying a 'good place' that does not exist.