anti-utopian 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of anti-utopiannext
as in dystopian

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anti-utopian

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noun

as in nihilist

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for anti-utopian
  1. dystopian
  2. realist
  3. cynic
Adjective
  • The alternative is a future too abhorrent for even the most dystopian imaginations at WIRED to contemplate.
    Katie Drummond, WIRED, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Squid Game: Season 2 | Official Teaser | Netflix The new installment of the dystopian Korean drama – once again directed, written and produced by Hwang Dong-hyuk – will begin three years after the end of the previous game.
    Amarachi Orie, CNN, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of dystopian
Noun
  • In addition to being a realist, Ishiba is also an idealist who has never been tainted by scandal, Cucek said.
    Arata Yamamoto, NBC News, 27 Sep. 2024
  • Well, exactly that, as Rubin knows the value of experience beyond the app, while also being a realist about the brand — and his current place among the competition.
    Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 18 Sep. 2024
Definition of realist
Noun
  • Studies suggest cynics are often more depressed, heavier drinkers and lower earners than noncynics.
    Alyssa Bereznak, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2024
  • The research showed that 70% believed cynics would outperform non-cynics on cognitive tasks.
    Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Definition of cynic
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