CultureAugust 10, 2026

utopian

yoo-TOH-pee-uhn

Definition

Relating to or aiming for a perfect, idealized society that is often considered impractical or visionary.

Etymology

Derived from the book 'Utopia' (1516) by Sir Thomas More, which coined the term from the Greek 'ou' (not) and 'topos' (place), essentially meaning 'no place' or 'nowhere'.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe Zuckerberg's grandiose vision for AI as a perfect solution for humanity, highlighting the skepticism surrounding his ambitious claims.

Mark Zuckerberg Posts Deranged 6,500-Word Essay About Giving Everyone AI Superintelligence

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