adjective
Uncommon
utopian
yoo-TOH-pee-uhn
Utopian (adjective) means relating to or resembling a utopia; ideal but unrealistic. Example: “His utopian vision of a car-free city was dismissed as impractical.”
adjective
1
Relating to or resembling a utopia; ideal but unrealistic.
"His utopian vision of a car-free city was dismissed as impractical."
noun
1
A person who believes in or promotes an idealized, perfect society.
"The utopians of the 19th century founded small experimental communities."
How to use utopian
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribing an idea that is perfect in theory but usually unworkable in reality.
Easily confused with
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like utopian.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Plural
- utopians
- Comparative
- more utopian
- Superlative
- most utopian
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
His _____ vision of a car-free city was dismissed as impractical.
Etymology
From utopia + -an.
Synonyms
View more →Antonyms
Related words
Rhymes for utopian
See all rhymes for utopian →Frequently asked questions
What does “utopian” mean?
The word “utopian” means relating to or resembling a utopia; ideal but unrealistic. In plain terms, describing an idea that is perfect in theory but usually unworkable in reality.
How do you pronounce “utopian”?
“Utopian” is pronounced yoo-TOH-pee-uhn (/juˈtoʊ.pi.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “utopian” in a sentence?
Here is “utopian” used in a sentence: “His utopian vision of a car-free city was dismissed as impractical.”
What is another word for “utopian”?
Words with a similar meaning to “utopian” include unrealistic and visionary.
What is the opposite of “utopian”?
The opposite of “utopian” — its antonyms — are imperfect, pragmatic and realistic.
What part of speech is “utopian”?
Depending on how it is used, “utopian” can be an adjective and a noun.
Is “utopian” a common word?
“Utopian” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “utopian” have?
“Utopian” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to or resembling a utopia; ideal but unrealistic.
Featured in
Vocabulary lists that include utopian:
