Definition
omnicide
noun
- the destruction of all life on Earth, especially through nuclear war or environmental catastrophe
Usage: formal; rare; often used in academic or philosophical contexts discussing existential risks
Examples
- Some philosophers argue that nuclear proliferation poses a genuine risk of omnicide.
- The scientist warned that unchecked climate change could lead to omnicide if left unaddressed.
- Omnicide remains a concern in discussions about artificial intelligence safety.
- The novel explored a dystopian future where omnicide had nearly occurred.
- Preventing omnicide has become a central theme in contemporary ethics.