Definition

Noun: A philosophical concept and prediction that human intelligence and technology will enable life, order, and intelligence to expand indefinitely and in an orderly way throughout the universe. It is often presented as the opposite of entropy, representing a trend toward increasing order, complexity, and capability.

Usage

"Extropy" is used as a proper noun to refer to a specific transhumanist philosophy and its associated principles. It describes a worldview focused on the proactive transformation and improvement of the human condition and the broader universe through technology and rational action.

Examples

• The philosopher's writings were foundational to the concept of extropy.
• They discussed the principles of extropy, including perpetual progress and intelligent technology.
• The conference theme centered on practical steps toward extropy.

Advanced Usage

• Extropy is often capitalized when referring to the formal set of principles or the Extropy Institute, an organization dedicated to the philosophy.
  • She subscribed to the core tenets of Extropy.

Variants and Related Words

• Extropic (adjective): Pertaining to or characterized by extropy.
  • They envisioned an extropic future of abundance.
• Extropian (noun/adjective): A person who advocates for or believes in extropy; relating to extropy.
  • The extropian argued for radical life extension.

Synonyms

• Negentropy (in a broad, metaphorical sense)
• Syntropy (a similar concept in some philosophical contexts)

Antonyms

• Entropy (the measure of disorder in a system)

Noun

1. the prediction that human intelligence and technology will enable life to expand in an orderly way throughout the entire universe