cyberpunk

[sahy-ber-puhngk]

noun

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

2. Slang.,  a computer hacker.

cyberpunk

/ 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

Word History and Origins

Origin of cyberpunk¹

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.

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

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

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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.”

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He offered a suggestion: “Oh, God, I saw this film, you should absolutely watch this, this sort of slick, cyberpunk thriller you’ll love.’

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