cyberpunk
noun/ˈsaɪbərpʌŋk/
Frequency rank: #16,258 most common English word
Meaning
a science fiction genre featuring advanced technology combined with social disorder and a gritty, urban atmosphere.
Example sentence
The movie is set in cyberpunk world where hackers fight against powerful megacorporations.
Synonyms & related words
- dystopia
- noir
- techno-noir
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