philistine (Meaning)
philistine (n)
a person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits
a member of an Aegean people who settled ancient Philistia around the 12th century BC
philistine (a)
of or relating to ancient Philistia or its culture or its people
philistine (s)
smug and ignorant and indifferent or hostile to artistic and cultural values
philistine (n.)
A native or an inhabitant of ancient Philistia, a coast region of southern Palestine.
A bailiff.
A person deficient in liberal culture and refinement; one without appreciation of the nobler aspirations and sentiments of humanity; one whose scope is limited to selfish and material interests.
philistine (a.)
Of or pertaining to the Philistines.
Uncultured; commonplace.
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philistine Sentence Examples
- The art gallery was filled with exquisite pieces, yet he remained a philistine, unable to appreciate their beauty.
- Despite living in a city known for its cultural richness, she remained a philistine at heart, disinterested in museums and theaters.
- His philistine attitude towards classical music prevented him from enjoying the symphony concert.
- The literary discussion fell flat in the presence of the philistine, who dismissed the novel as mere words on a page.
- The philistine's lack of interest in history made visiting ancient ruins seem like a chore.
- She was labeled a philistine by her peers for her indifference towards poetry and literature.
- Even amidst the vibrant art scene, the philistine only found solace in mundane activities.
- Despite his friends' attempts to introduce him to fine dining, the philistine remained content with fast food.
- The philistine's ignorance of cultural landmarks left them wandering through the city without a sense of appreciation.
- In a world brimming with intellectual pursuits, the philistine chose to dwell in a realm of mediocrity.
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The art gallery was filled with exquisite pieces, yet he remained a philistine, unable to appreciate their beauty.
Despite living in a city known for its cultural richness, she remained a philistine at heart, disinterested in museums and theaters.
His philistine attitude towards classical music prevented him from enjoying the symphony concert.
The literary discussion fell flat in the presence of the philistine, who dismissed the novel as mere words on a page.
