panopticon

[US]/pəˈnɒptɪkən/
[UK]/pəˈnɑːptɪkən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a circular prison with cells arranged around a central observation area; a room or space designed for viewing

Phrases & Collocations

digital panopticon

surveillance panopticon

virtual panopticon

social panopticon

modern panopticon

panopticon effect

panopticon model

panopticon theory

panopticon design

panopticon society

Example Sentences

the concept of a panopticon raises important questions about surveillance.

in a panopticon, the observer can see everything without being seen.

the panopticon model has been used in discussions of modern prisons.

many argue that our society is becoming a panopticon.

the design of the panopticon allows for constant surveillance.

foucault's theories often reference the panopticon as a metaphor.

in literature, the panopticon symbolizes power and control.

the panopticon has implications for privacy in the digital age.

some architects have designed modern buildings inspired by the panopticon.

critics of the panopticon argue it creates a culture of fear.

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