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- [nos-tik]
- /ˈnɒs tɪk/
- /ˈnɒ.stɪk/
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- [nos-tik]
- /ˈnɒs tɪk/
Definitions of gnostic word
- adjective gnostic pertaining to knowledge. 1
- adjective gnostic possessing knowledge, especially esoteric knowledge of spiritual matters. 1
- adjective gnostic (initial capital letter) pertaining to or characteristic of the Gnostics. 1
- noun gnostic (initial capital letter) a member of any of certain sects among the early Christians who claimed to have superior knowledge of spiritual matters, and explained the world as created by powers or agencies arising as emanations from the Godhead. 1
- noun gnostic Of or relating to knowledge, especially esoteric mystical knowledge. 1
- adjective gnostic of, relating to, or possessing knowledge, esp esoteric spiritual knowledge 0
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Origin of gnostic
First appearance:
before 1555 One of the 31% oldest English words
1555-65; < Late Latin Gnōsticī (plural) name of the sect < Greek gnōstikós (singular) pertaining to knowledge, equivalent to gnōst(ós) known + -ikos -ic
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Parts of speech for Gnostic
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gnostic popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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adj gnostic
- penetrating — able or tending to penetrate; piercing; sharp: a penetrating shriek; a penetrating glance.
- knowledgeable — possessing or exhibiting knowledge, insight, or understanding; intelligent; well-informed; discerning; perceptive.
- piercing — loud or shrill, as the quality of a voice.
- perceptive — having or showing keenness of insight, understanding, or intuition: a perceptive analysis of the problems involved.
- astute — If you describe someone as astute, you think they show an understanding of behaviour and situations, and are skilful at using this knowledge to their own advantage.
adjective gnostic
- astucious — Subtle; cunning; astute.
Antonyms for gnostic
adj gnostic
- idiotic — of, relating to, or characteristic of an idiot.
- stupid — lacking ordinary quickness and keenness of mind; dull.
- unintelligent — deficient in intelligence; dull; stupid.
- ignorant — lacking in knowledge or training; unlearned: an ignorant man.
- unaware — not aware or conscious; unconscious: to be unaware of any change.
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