Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
panoptic
Adjective
/pænˈɒptɪk/
Definition
Relating to or denoting a comprehensive or all-encompassing view or perspective.
Examples
- The panoptic nature of the design allowed the supervisor to oversee all activities in the room.
- In a panoptic society, individuals are constantly aware that they may be being observed.
- The artist’s panoramic painting offered a panoptic depiction of the bustling city.
Meaning
The term ‘panoptic’ describes a viewpoint that allows one to see everything at once. It is often used in the context of surveillance or systems of observation that provide a complete view.
Synonyms
- Comprehensive
- All-seeing
- Omniscient
- Inclusive
