utopian
Pronunciation
Adjective
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
Relating to an imagined perfect society, often unrealistically so.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
idealistic
visionary
Antonyms
dystopian
realistic
Usage notes
"Utopian" comes from a book by Thomas More about an imaginary perfect island called Utopia, a name that is itself a pun meaning both "good place" and "no place."
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Critics dismissed the plan as a _____ fantasy with no practical steps."
Answer: utopian
In your own words, what does "utopian" mean?
Relating to an imagined perfect society, often unrealistically so.
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