Dilettanteish (Adjective)
Meaning
Showing frivolous or superficial interest; amateurish; "his dilettantish efforts at painting".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Her dilettantish approach to learning a new language meant she never progressed beyond the basics.
- The artist's dilettantish experiments with sculpture lacked the depth of his earlier work.
- Despite his dilettantish efforts at writing, he managed to publish a few short stories.
- The dilettantish nature of his hobbies was reflected in the numerous, half-finished projects scattered around his house.
- His dilettantish interest in fashion resulted in a collection of expensive, unworn clothing.