utopian socialism

utopian socialism

noun

Definition of UTOPIAN SOCIALISM

: socialism based on a belief that social ownership of the means of production can be achieved by voluntary and peaceful surrender of their holdings by propertied groups

— utopian socialist noun

First Known Use of UTOPIAN SOCIALISM

circa 1923

utopian socialism

noun    (Concise Encyclopedia)

Political and social idea of the mid-19th century. Adapted from such reformers as Robert Owen and Charles Fourier, utopian socialism drew from early communist and socialist ideas. Advocates included Louis Blanc, noted for his theory of worker-controlled “social workshops,” and John Humphrey Noyes, founder of the Oneida Community in the U.S. Utopian settlements were also attempted by religious groups such as the Mennonites, Shakers, and Mormons. See also Brook Farm.