Dystopian/ Prefix dys/eu & suffix ia & archy

Euphoria

A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.

Eulogy

a speech praising someone who has died

Euthanasia

taking a life as an act of mercy in a painless way

Dysfunction

impaired or abnormal functioning

Dystopia

An imagined state or society in which there is great suffering or injustice

Dysphoria

a state of unease or generalized dissatisfaction with life.

Eutopia

an ideal or perfect society

Monarchy

A form of government with a monarch at the head.

Anarchy

the absence or non-recognition of authority.

Hierarchy

A system in which members of an organization or society are ranked according to relative status or authority.

Prefix “dys”

bad or impaired

Prefix “eu”

good or well

Suffix “ia”

state, condition, or quality

Suffix “archy”

rule, government, or organization

Alienation

the separation and estrangement of people from their work, their wider world, their human nature, and their selves.

Dystopia

A futuristic society characterized by oppressive control and the illusion of a perfect world, often highlighting flaws in current societal trends or political systems.

Propaganda

Information, especially biased or misleading, used to promote a particular political cause or point of view, often to manipulate the beliefs of citizens.

Surveillance

The monitoring of behavior and activities, typically by a government or organization, to maintain control over citizens and prevent dissent.

Dehumanization

The process of depriving individuals or groups of human qualities or dignity, often leading to a loss of individuality and empathy.

Conformity

The act of aligning attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors to match those of the majority or societal expectations, often at the expense of individuality.

Ideology

A system of ideas and ideals, especially one that forms the basis of economic or political theory and policy, often enforced in a dystopian society through authoritarian regimes.

Eutopia

an imagined community or society that possesses highly desirable or near-perfect qualities for its members.

Totalitarian

A political system that controls all aspects of public and personal life, led by a dictator.

Oppression

The prolonged cruel or unjust treatment of individuals or groups, often enforced by a government or social system.