Dystopian
mediumdis-TOH-pee-un
adjective
Definition
Relating to or denoting an imagined state or society where there is great suffering or injustice
Examples
“The novel depicted a dystopian future of environmental collapse.”
“Dystopian films often warn about current social trends.”
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GRE Tip
Dystopian is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "nightmarish" or "bleak" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "utopian".
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Involving or causing torture or suffering; painful
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Lasting for a very short time; transitory
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To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
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Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
admonish
To warn or reprimand someone firmly
pragmatic
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically; practical
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