philistinism

Meanings

• noun

  A person who has little interest in or understanding of art, literature, or new ideas. A person who is materialistic and lacks refinement.

  - "His philistinism prevented him from appreciating the complexities of modern art."
  - "She was disappointed by her brother's philistinism and lack of cultural curiosity."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with philistinism
philanthropy , hysteria , astonish me

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Variants

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philistine , philistines , philistinism , philistinisms

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Etymology

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Derived from the biblical name of a Philistine city, Ashdod, which was associated with idolatry and materialism in the Old Testament.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'philistine' first appeared in English literature in the 15th century.

2. The Philistines were a group of people who lived in the eastern Mediterranean during ancient times. They are best known for their battles with the Israelites in the Old Testament.

3. The term 'philistinism' was popularized in the 19th century by German philosopher Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel as a criticism of the materialistic and uncultured attitudes of the bourgeoisie.

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Related Concepts

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1. Materialism: A philosophical belief that the physical world is the only reality and that material possessions are more important than spiritual values.

2. Intellectualism: A belief in the importance of intellectual pursuits and the development of the mind.

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Culture

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Philistinism is often used as a criticism of those who lack appreciation for art, literature, and intellectual pursuits. It can also be used to describe a materialistic or uncultured attitude.

How to Memorize "philistinism"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person who is more interested in material possessions than in art or intellectual pursuits. Visualize a person who is closed-minded and lacks curiosity.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'philistinism' with a lack of appreciation for art, literature, and intellectual pursuits. Associate it with materialism and a closed-minded attitude.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym PLAIN to remember the definition of philistinism: 'P' for Philistine, 'L' for Lack of Interest, 'A' for Art, 'I' for Intellect, and 'N' for New Ideas.

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