philistine
0 antonyms and opposites of philistine, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A person seen as indifferent or hostile to art, literature, and culture, and who has conventional or unrefined tastes.
Etymology
Derived from "Philistine" (the ancient people of Philistia), by way of a German university slang term used to mock outsiders who cared nothing for academic or artistic culture.
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What does “philistine” mean?
The word “philistine” means a person seen as indifferent or hostile to art, literature, and culture, and who has conventional or unrefined tastes. In plain terms, a dismissive word for someone thought to lack taste or interest in art, culture, or ideas.
How do you pronounce “philistine”?
“Philistine” is pronounced FIH-lihs-tyn (/ˈfɪlɪˌstaɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “philistine” in a sentence?
Here is “philistine” used in a sentence: “He was mocked as a philistine for never having read a novel.”
What part of speech is “philistine”?
Depending on how it is used, “philistine” can be a noun and an adjective.
Where does the word “philistine” come from?
The word “philistine” comes from German. Derived from "Philistine" (the ancient people of Philistia), by way of a German university slang term used to mock outsiders who cared nothing for academic or artistic culture.
How many meanings does “philistine” have?
“Philistine” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person seen as indifferent or hostile to art, literature, and culture, and who has conventional or unrefined tastes.