
Orwellian
Dystopian Origin
Understand that 'orwellian' describes scenarios resembling the oppressive societies in Orwell's fictional works. 
Big Brother
Remember 'Big Brother' from Orwell's '1984' when thinking of 'orwellian' as a reference to intrusive surveillance. 
Cultural Critique
Use 'orwellian' to critique aspects of society or governance that seem misleading, oppressive, or unethical. 