cyberpunk

American  

[sahy-ber-puhngk] / ˈsaɪ bərˌpʌŋk /

noun

1. science fiction featuring extensive human interaction with supercomputers and a punk ambiance.

2. Slang. a computer hacker.

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cyberpunk British  

/ ˈsaɪbəˌpʌŋk /

noun

1. a genre of science fiction that features rebellious computer hackers and is set in a dystopian society integrated by computer networks

2. a writer of cyberpunk

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Etymology

Origin of cyberpunk

First recorded in 1980–85; cyber- ( def. ) + punk ¹

Example Sentences

The city’s dizzying architecture, bright lights and cyberpunk vibe have made it a must-see destination for a new generation of travelers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Now visitors are being dazzled by Chongqing’s vision of a real-world cyberpunk city.

From The Wall Street Journal

Dizzying architecture, bright lights and a cyberpunk vibe have made Chongqing a must-see destination for Chinese and international tourists alike.

From The Wall Street Journal

This month’s category is cyberpunk, or “the internet is scary,” he says of the lineup, which includes “The Net,” “Fear Dot Com” and “Johnny Mnemonic.”

From Los Angeles Times

In Mr. Donald’s view, that brief description — a slick, cyberpunk thriller — could provide the make-it-or-break-it moment for a viewer at home.

From New York Times