Philistine (Noun)
Meaning 1
A person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The philistine neighbor complained about the noise from the classical music concert, not understanding its cultural significance.
- Her philistine brother thought reading books was a waste of time and preferred watching TV all day.
- The art critic was disappointed by the philistine crowd at the museum, who seemed more interested in taking selfies than appreciating the artwork.
- As a philistine, he had no interest in attending the opera or theater, and would rather spend his free time playing video games.
- The professor was frustrated by the philistine attitude of some students, who seemed to value grades over genuine learning and intellectual growth.
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Meaning 2
A member of an Aegean people who settled ancient Philistia around the 12th century BC.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.