concept   big brother
culture   Western countries
statement   The concept of "big brother" in Western countries connotes surveillance and authority, as depicted in Orwell's '1984.'
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 big brother Western countries Commonly used to refer to an older brother or an authority figure who is protective and caring towards a younger sibling or subordinate. 1
2 big brother Western countries Refers to an older brother who often looks out for and protects younger siblings. 1
3 big brother Western countries Big brother has connotations of surveillance and invasion of privacy, often associated with dystopian literature such as George Orwell's '1984.' 1
4 big brother Western countries Term used to refer to an older male sibling, or to symbolize an authoritative figure or surveillance state. 1