topiaEtymologyFrom Latin topia, from Ancient Greek τόπια (tópia), ultimately from Ancient Greek τόπος (tópos, “place”).topia means A kind of mural decoration common in Ancient Roman houses, usually featuring landscapes. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 88 out of 100.nounA kind of mural decoration common in Ancient Roman houses, usually featuring landscapes.The lived physical place, in opposition to the ideal of a utopia.