Saudi Arabia Wants to Build This Bizarre City Dubbed 'The Line'
The ambitious project sounds like something from a dystopian sci-fi movie about the death of the planet.
Promotional video for a new city planned to be built in Saudi Arabia from scratch, dubbed The Line.Gif: YouTube
Saudi Arabia is developing a new city, 150-stories tall and built from scratch, that will serve as a semi-enclosed environment where people can live and work without ever stepping foot outside. And while the promotional videos released Monday are likely an attempt to give the development a utopian feel that recalls so many "intentional cities" of the 20th century, the project comes across as extremely dystopian.
The city, completely walled on four sides with some kind of ventilation on top, is planned to be about 546 yards tall (500 meters), 218 yards wide (200 meters), and 105 miles long (170 km), according to the promotional videos, and will feature cutting-edge technology along with high-speed transportation from end-to-end. Cars will be completely unnecessary.
A video uploaded to Twitter proclaims this new city will house 9 million residents to provide a more healthy and "sustainable" quality of life. And while it's being advertised as an eco-friendly project, with water and power supplies billed as "100% renewable," the details have yet to be provided.
"For too long, humanity has existed within dysfunctional and polluted cities that ignore nature. Now, a revolution in civilization is taking place. Imagine a traditional city and consolidating its footprint, designing to protect and enhance nature," the narrator of the new video explains.
The video shows what appears to be autonomous drones zipping around the new city, with plenty of greenery. And people who live there will supposedly be able to go from one end to another in just 20 minutes.
"Residents have access to all their daily needs within 5-minute walk neighborhoods," the narrator continues.
Screenshot: YouTube
Another promotional video, uploaded to YouTube on Tuesday and similar in content, shows the city from the perspective of a young woman literally flying through the environment. And its soundtrack definitely helps it sound dystopian—a dark and spooky cover of Louis Armstrong's "It's a Wonderful World."
Why would they use a dark and spooky version of the song—something you'd be more likely to hear in the trailer for a 2010s movie about a serial killer? Your guess is as good as ours. But it's certainly a choice.
As we mentioned earlier, this is far from the first time that an incredibly expansive planned community has taken shape on the drawing board. Even Amazon founder Jeff Bezos showed off something similar in 2019, albeit his plan is for a space colony.
Whether it was George Pullman's hyper-capitalist town in Chicagoland, the drug-free cult of Synanon in California, or Upton Sinclair's socialist cooperative in New Jersey, history has shown intentional communities are often ruined by the egos of the people building them. And there's arguably no bigger ego on the planet than the developer of this city, Mr. Bone-saw himself, Mohammed bin Salman.
"We cannot ignore the livability and environmental crises facing our world's cities, and NEOM is at the forefront of delivering new and imaginative solutions to address these issues," MBS said in a press release about the project.
"NEOM is leading a team of the brightest minds in architecture, engineering and construction to make the idea of building upwards a reality," the Saudi royal continued.
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The question is whether MBS will be able to pull this one off. The country likely has enough money to make it happen, but as we've learned from countless utopian communities of the 19th and 20th centuries, you always need more than just money to make a utopian experiment work.
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Comparison between two "Generations" ....... Everyone must read 👌👌
A youngster asked his father: "How did you people live before with-
No air conditioned vehicle
No Wifi
No internet
No computers
No online shopping
No TVs
No air cons
No mobile phones?
No shopping Mall
No multiplexes"
His Dad replied:
"Just like how your generation lives today with -
No prayers
No compassion
No honor
No respect
No character
No shame
No modesty
No time planning
No sports
No reading"
"We, the people that were born between 1940-1980 are the blessed ones. Our life is a living proof:
👉 While playing and riding bicycles, we never wore helmets.
👉 After school, we played until dusk. We never watched TV.
👉 We played with real friends, not internet friends.
👉 If we ever felt thirsty, we drank tap water not bottled water.
👉 We never got ill although we used to share the same glass of juice with four friends.
👉 We never gained weight although we used to eat a lot of rice everyday.
👉 Nothing happened to our feet despite roaming bare-feet.
👉 our mother and father never used any supplements to keep us healthy.
👉 We used to create our own toys and play with them.
👉 Our parents were not rich. They gave us love, not worldly materials.
👉 We never had cellphones, DVDs, play station, XBox, video games, personal computers, internet chat - but we had real friends.
👉 We visited our friends' homes uninvited and enjoyed food with them.
👉 unlike your world, we had relatives who lived close by so family time and ties were enjoyed together.
👉 We may have been in black and white photos but you will find colourful memories in those photos.
👉 We are a unique and, the most understanding generation, because *we are the last generation who listened to their parents*.
*Also , the first who have had to listen to their children.*
and we are the ones who are still smarter and helping you now to use the technology that never existed while we were your age!!!
We are a *LIMITED* edition!
So you better -
Enjoy us.
Learn from us.
Treasure us.
*Before we disappear from Earth and your lives*."💔
Adjectives That Start With A Through Z & How They're Used
Many words in the English language serve the purpose of modifying nouns. Each one provides new information about an accompanying person, place, or thing. Adjectives with a certain sound or cadence can augment your writing. Here are different lists of describing words; some adjectives with a definition and example are included. For a comprehensive list of adjectives with a certain tone, see this explanative link.
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Adjectives That Start With A
There are many different adjectives that start with A. And of those, there are many adjectives that start with A to describe a person. If you include the comparative and superlative versions of adjectives that start with A, you can come up with an even larger list. Here are some common and uncommon modifying words with definitions and examples, including a separate list of adjectives that start with A to describe a person:
Adjectives that start with A:
Abloom
Abiding
Achy
Adequate
Aesthetical
Affordable
Ageless
Austere
Abiding means to endure or last a long time, especially when it comes to feelings and memories.
They've had an abiding love for each other since childhood.
Adjectives that start with A to describe a person:
Authentic
Attentive
Articulate
Angelic
Adolescent
Awless
Awless means not showing or displaying awe.
David's face was awless after watching my magic trick.
Adjectives That Start With B
You have bundles of adjectives that start with B. We've provided a definition and examples as well.
Adjectives that start with B:
Bankrupt
Bedfast
Bromidic
Bitty
Burly
Busy
Bromidic means dull or lacking in originality.
My cousin Tim tells such bromidic jokes at family gatherings.
There are bountiful adjectives that start with B. Don't settle on just this sample.
Adjectives That Start With C
Additionally, here is a list of adjectives that start with C. Along with these examples, there are many more to choose from.
Calm
Charming
Clean
Cogent
Crazy
Cute
Cogent means something that is clear, compelling, or makes sense.
The lawyer's argument was cogent and done well.
Adjectives That Start With D
There are dozens of adjectives starting with D. Here is a list of adjectives starting with D, including a definition and example:
Adjectives that start with D:
Damaged
Dapper
Dutiful
Dramatic
Dandified
These words are just a few examples of adjectives starting with D. Don't settle on just these five adjectives starting with D!
Dandified means to act in an elegant and sophisticated manner.
Steve's dandified personality matches that of his closest friends.
The options for adjectives starting with D sure are dense. Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives that start with D!
Adjectives That Start With E
There are so many options for adjectives that start with E. It's easy to brainstorm a list of adjectives starting with E. Below are some adjectives that start with E, including a definition and example:
Adjectives that start with E:
Easy-going
Enraged
Equable
Evanescent
Exemplary
Efficacious
This is by no means an exhaustive list of adjectives starting with E.
Efficacious means to accomplish the intended result or effect.
That efficacious basketball player never misses a shot!
Do you know what each of these adjectives starting with E means? Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives that start with E!
Adjectives That Start With F
The English language is flush with adjectives that start with F!
Adjectives that start with F:
Fabulous
Fidgety
Florid
Forgiving
Fussy
Frugal
Florid means to be excessively intricate or complicated.
Have you ever seen a more florid prom tuxedo?
Do you already know all these words? Take a break from building your vocabulary by learning about MLA format and more styles of citation.
Adjectives That Start With G
The options for adjectives that start with G is generous and great!
Adjectives that start with G:
Gainful
Ghostly
Glad
Gabby
Goofy
Growing
Being gabby means to be annoyingly or excessively talkative.
Gordon can't stand gabby waiters.
Adjectives That Start With H
You'll happen to find quite a few adjectives that start with H. Be sure to check any definitions for the list below if you aren't sure of its meaning.
Adjectives that start with H:
Hairless
Headstrong
Hilarious
Hortative
Hungry
Humane
Humorless
Hortative means to give strong encouragement.
Your mother's hortative speeches to the class are always welcome.
Adjectives That Start With I
You can find an inexhaustible list of adjectives that start with I, along with a definition and example.
Adjectives that start with I:
Iconical
Idle
Improbable
Inclined
Introverted
Intended
Impervious
Iconical means to mock or be humorously sarcastic.
After Taylor took my queen in chess, she gave me an iconical smirk.
Adjectives That Start With J
There are plenty of adjectives starting with J. Here is a list of adjectives starting with J, including a definition and example:
Adjectives that start with J:
Jarring
Jeering
Jinxed
Joyous
Judicious
Jovial
Jesting
These adjectives starting with J are just a sample. If one of these doesn't fit, the explanative link has even more choices for adjectives that start with J.
Judicious means practicing common sense or good judgment in everyday matters.
Jerry has judicious money-saving habits.
Be judicious, and don't just settle on these seven adjectives starting with J! Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives that start with J!
Adjectives That Start With K
You'll find all kinds of adjectives that start with K. We've provided a definition and examples as well.
Adjectives that start with K:
Knockout
Kindly
Keen
Keyless
Kaput
Kind
Knowledgeable
Kingly
Kingly means to resemble, relate to, or be fit for a king.
I can see through his kingly facade.
If there are other adjectives that start with K on the list that you don't know, make sure to check the definition and add it to your vocabulary!
Adjectives That Start With L
There are loads of adjectives that start with L. Here is a list of adjectives starting with L, including a definition and example:
Adjectives that start with L:
Lanky
Lesser
Licit
Loud
Lucky
Lyrical
Laudatory
Ladylike
Leaden
These adjectives starting with L are a limited set. If one of these adjectives that start with L doesn't fit, there's a long list of options using the explanative link at the beginning.
Laudatory means full of praise or giving praise.
Your teacher had nothing but laudatory comments regarding your schoolwork.
Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives starting with L.
Adjectives That Start With M
There are many adjectives starting with M. Here is a list of adjectives starting with M, including a definition and example:
Adjectives that start with M:
Maniacal
Mean
Milled
Moderate
Magical
Mysterious
Musing
Musing means to be absorbed in thought or meditation.
His musing attitude made it difficult for us to hold a conversation.
These are just a few adjectives starting with M.
The list of adjectives starting with M isn't meager. Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives that start with M!
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Adjectives That Start With N
There are lots of adjectives starting with N. Here is a list of adjectives starting with N, including a definition and example:
Adjectives that start with N:
Native
Needless
Nice
Noble
Nubby
Nuptial
Normative
New
Natty
Nubby describes the coarse or rough texture of the fabric.
This nubby jacket couldn't possibly be made from silk, could it?
These nifty words are just a few examples of adjectives starting with N. Don't settle on just these nine adjectives starting with N!
The options for adjectives starting with N are numerous. Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives that start with N!
Adjectives That Start With O
You'll find some obvious and some obscure adjectives that start with O. But either way, choices for adjectives starting with O are opulent. You'll also find a definition and example for one of the adjectives starting with O.
Adjectives that start with O:
Obedient
Obscure
Occidental
Odd
Odorous
Oily
Ominous
Opulent
Occidental means characteristic of Western society.
I would never have expected such an occidental city outside of Europe!
If you're unsure of other definitions for these adjectives starting with O, make sure to look them up!
Adjectives That Start With P
You have so many choices for adjectives starting with P. If you get playful and poetic, you can come up with an even larger list of adjectives that start with P. Here are some common and uncommon adjectives starting with P with definitions and examples.
Adjectives that start with P:
Palatable
Peaceful
Phony
Pierced
Pleasing
Poetic
Popular
Prankish
From the list of adjectives starting with P, prankish is defined as naughtily or annoyingly playful behavior.
His prankish antics always give his peers a good laugh.
These eight words are only a few of the adjectives starting with P, as the options for adjectives starting with P are plentiful!
Adjectives That Start With Q
Surprisingly, there quite a few adjectives that start with Q:
Adjectives that start with Q:
Quack
Quality
Quelled
Quick
Quirky
Quondam
Questioning
Quaint
Quondam means formerly or at one time.
Alex and Steve were quondam friends turned cold into rivals throughout high school and college.
These are some great Q words that describe nouns.
Adjectives That Start With R
There are many different adjectives that start with R. And of those, there are many adjectives that start with R to describe a person. Here are some common and uncommon adjectives starting with R, including a definition and example. There's also a separate list of adjectives that start with R to describe a person:
Adjectives that start with R:
Rackety
Realistic
Rhyming
Rife
Roast
Rueful
Rush
Rustic
Rueful expresses regret or sorrow for offenses, in a slightly humorous way.
She gave me a rueful smile right after pushing me in the pool.
This is only a sample of adjectives starting with R.
Adjectives that start with R to describe a person include:
Radiant
Red
Rich
Rude
Ruthless
Regular
Roiled
Riled
The list of adjectives starting with R is robust. Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives that start with R!
Adjectives That Start With S
What are adjectives that start with S? We also have a definition and examples for adjectives starting with S.
Adjectives that start with S:
Saintly
Scared
Secured
Shaky
Sickly
Skewed
Slow
Smarmy
Smarmy means being polite or helpful in a way that seems insincere or annoying.
His smarmy acceptance of my demands only aggravated me more.
These words are just a few examples of adjectives starting with S.
The list of adjectives starting with S is superb. Make sure to look up any other definitions.
Adjectives That Start With T
You'll find tons of adjectives starting with T. Here is a list of adjectives that start with T, including a definition and example:
Adjectives that start with T:
Tactical
Tailored
Tensed
Thoughtful
Tiresome
Toadyish
Tranquil
Twiggy
Toadyish describes the act of using flattery to try and win favor.
Larry doesn't mean anything he just said. His attitude is toadyish because he wants a raise.
These words are just a few examples of adjectives starting with T, but get creative and think of more adjectives that start with T!
The options for adjectives starting with T are tremendous. Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives that start with T!
Adjectives That Start With U
There are ubiquitous options for adjectives that start with U. Here is a list of adjectives that start with U, including a definition and example:
Adjectives that start with U:
Ubiquitous
Ugly
Ultra
Unadorned
Uppish
Urban
Usual
Useful
Uppish means to be conceited or arrogant.
Stop being so uppish and pass the basketball, Fred!
Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives that start with U!
Adjectives That Start With V
It can seem difficult to brainstorm a list of adjectives that start with V, but you'll discover quite a few below:
Adjectives that start with V:
Vast
Verbal
Virtual
Void
Validating
Vexing
Venial
Vicarious
Venial means a slight or pardonable fault or mistake.
Jake's cell phone ringing in class was a venial mistake.
Adjectives That Start With W
There are way more adjectives that start with W than you might think!
Adjectives that start with W:
Wacky
Weakened
Whopping
Wild
Woozy
Worldly
Wrought
Wizen
Wizen describes leanness and wrinkles from old age.
The wizen grandparents enjoyed their honeymoon on the boardwalk.
Adjectives That Start With X
Adjectives that start with X can be a little touch, but we've got a sample below:
Adjectives that start with X:
Xeric
Xenogeneic
Xenial
Xerothermic
Xenogeneic denotes cells belonging to individuals of different species.
This monkey glows because of its xenogeneic DNA, which was modified by scientists.
Adjectives That Start With Y
Adjectives starting with Y are a little trickier. It may be surprising, but there are many different adjectives that start with Y. And of those, there are many adjectives that start with Y to describe a person. Here are some common and uncommon adjectives starting with Y, including a definition and example. There's also a separate list of adjectives that start with Y to describe a person:
Adjectives that start with Y:
Yawning
Yearlong
Yelled
Yielding
Yonder
Yonder means distant but within sight.
Do you see that bridge over yonder? Let's check it out!
Adjectives that start with Y to describe a person include:
Yeasty
Yucky
Young
Youthful
Make sure to look up any other definitions you need from this list of adjectives starting with Y!
Adjectives That Start With Z
It may seem zany, but even at the end of the alphabet, you'll find adjectives that start with Z:
Adjectives that start with Z:
Zany
Zealous
Zestful
Zonal
Zippy
Zymolytic
Zonal means divided into zones.
My zonal garden has just about every plant food you can grow around these parts!
Now that you've seen a few adjectives with a list of examples from most letters of the alphabet, do you want to learn more words? Get more info here.
Never underestimate the power of positivity. After all, what a person chooses to focus on becomes prominent in their realities. But perhaps it's more basic than that for you. Maybe you're just here because you'd like to effectively describe a happy scene while positive vibes flow from the page. In that case, this long list of positive adjectives may be enough to jump-start your peaceful prose and shed some light on those around you. Sounds pretty wonderful, right? So let's get right to it.
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Positivity in Everyday Life
People all over the world know this exchange:
Question - How are you today?
Answer - Just fine, thanks; you?
Question - I'm fine, thanks.
There's no reason why that common interchange has to be so boring. Is "fine" the only word we know? Of course not! Then, why do we always use it? People tend to get it into linguistic ruts and use the same words over and over. Why not break the mold and change it up a little? Who knows; people might start to like asking you how you are every day. Describing a friend or colleague, or their work, with cheerful adjectives can make someone's day. It shows that you care enough to use something other than the mundane.
List of Positive Adjectives to Get You Started
Positivity is contagious. One thing's for certain: words have something to do with that. It might be because good feelings surround positive words. If you read a list of negative adjectives, you're certain to feel differently about it than a list of positive ones.
Positive Attitude Adjectives
When it comes to your attitude, it is important to project positivity. It's just as important to be able to accurately describe positive attitudes as it is for negative attitudes. Learn 25 fun and positive attitude adjectives that can totally change your perspective.
affectionate
agreeable
amiable
bright
charming
creative
determined
diligent
diplomatic
dynamic
energetic
friendly
funny
generous
giving
gregarious
hardworking
helpful
imaginative
kind
likable
loyal
patient
polite
sincere
Personality Trait Positive Adjectives
Personality traits are more than just attitude. They make you who you are. Explore 25 personality trait adjectives to describe a person's personality traits. After all, if you change your words, you can change your world!
adept
brave
capable
considerate
courageous
faithful
fearless
frank
humorous
knowledgeable
loving
marvelous
nice
optimistic
passionate
persistent
plucky
proficient
romantic
self-confident
sensible
thoughtful
warmhearted
willing
zestful
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Positive Adjectives for People
There are a lot of different adjectives you might use to describe a person in a positive way. Find out a few positive people adjectives you can use to help improve someone's day.
amazing
awesome
blithesome
excellent
fabulous
favorable
fortuitous
gorgeous
incredible
unique
mirthful
outstanding
perfect
philosophical
propitious
remarkable
rousing
spectacular
splendid
stellar
stupendous
super
upbeat
stunning
wondrous
Positive Quality Adjectives
Looking for a positive way to describe positive qualities or attributes? Use your favorites from this list of 25 positive adjectives to describe qualities or characteristics that something or someone possesses.
alluring
ample
bountiful
brilliant
breathtaking
dazzling
elegant
enchanting
gleaming
glimmering
glistening
glittering
glowing
lovely
lustrous
magnificent
ravishing
shimmering
shining
sleek
sparkling
twinkling
vivid
vibrant
vivacious
Positive Workplace and Coworker Trait Adjectives
When it comes to your job, it's important to think of positive ways to describe your workplace. Explore these 25 positive adjectives for your place of employment or your coworkers.
adaptable
ambitious
approachable
competitive
confident
customer-focused
devoted
educated
efficient
fast-paced
flexible
focused
honest
independent
inquisitive
insightful
open-minded
organized
personable
productive
qualified
relaxed
resourceful
responsible
technological
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Positive Adjectives About Entertainment
If you really enjoyed a book, movie or another form of entertainment, then you might find yourself searching for just the right thing to say about it. The 12 positive adjectives below can be great words to use to describe such things.
engaging
engrossing
captivating
fantastic
gripping
heart-warming
hilarious
imaginative
moving
powerful
spellbinding
thought-provoking
The Wondrous World Around You
What would happen if everyone focused on the positive aspects of the wondrous world instead of the hitches and snags that come up along the way. Memorize a few of the positive adjectives you like the most and use them whenever someone asks how your day is. Tomorrow morning, 10 bucks says you'll throw someone off-track when you reply to, "How are you?" with, "Spectacular!"
Don't save all the fun for grownups. It's never too early to introduce kids to the dazzling, descriptive powers of the English language. Why not try some fun adjective games for kids to get them started? Hopefully, their conversations and writing will go on to continuously express all that is beautiful in people and on the planet.
