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Utopia

Noun. The perfect society; theoretically impossible but practically verifiable, for example by a democratic referendum. IMO, given the necessary conditions of Utopia's survival and recognisability as the perfect society, the characteristics of a Utopian society - survivalism, rationalism, freedom, and happiness - may be derived and society may remodel itself along Utopian lines.

Etymology: from eu (Gk. good) and topos (Gk. place). First used by Sir Thomas More in his book Utopia, c. 1542.
Since perfection is impossible, it is sufficient for citizens of Utopia to work towards a society that is very close to perfection.

Utopia is the future of politics in this country.

Who says Utopia is necessarily impractical?
by Utopian Thought December 9, 2006
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