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- [wurld-lee]
- /ˈwɜrld li/
- /ˈwɜːld.lɪ.nɪs/
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- [wurld-lee]
- /ˈwɜrld li/
Definitions of worldliness word
- adjective worldliness of or relating to this world as contrasted with heaven, spiritual life, etc.; earthly; mundane. 1
- adjective worldliness experienced; knowing; sophisticated: the benefits of his worldly wisdom. 1
- adjective worldliness devoted to, directed toward, or connected with the affairs, interests, or pleasures of this world. 1
- adjective worldliness of or relating to the people or laity; secular; neither ecclesiastical nor religious. 1
- adjective worldliness Obsolete. of, relating to, or existing on earth. 1
- adverb worldliness in a worldly manner (archaic except in combination): worldly-wise; worldly-minded. 1
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Origin of worldliness
First appearance:
before 900 One of the 4% oldest English words
before 900; Middle English; Old English wor(u)ldlīc. See world, -ly
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Parts of speech for Worldliness
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
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determiner
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worldliness popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 89% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 55% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
Synonyms for worldliness
noun worldliness
- materialism — preoccupation with or emphasis on material objects, comforts, and considerations, with a disinterest in or rejection of spiritual, intellectual, or cultural values.
- consumerism — Consumerism is the belief that it is good to buy and use a lot of goods.
- acquisitiveness — tending or seeking to acquire and own, often greedily; eager to get wealth, possessions, etc.: our acquisitive impulses; acquisitive societies.
- greed — excessive or rapacious desire, especially for wealth or possessions.
- secularism — secular spirit or tendency, especially a system of political or social philosophy that rejects all forms of religious faith and worship.
Antonyms for worldliness
noun worldliness
- ignorance — the state or fact of being ignorant; lack of knowledge, learning, information, etc.
- heedlessness — The state or character of being heedless; inattention; carelessness; thoughtlessness.
- neglect — to pay no attention or too little attention to; disregard or slight: The public neglected his genius for many years.
- peace — the normal, nonwarring condition of a nation, group of nations, or the world.
- thoughtlessness — lacking in consideration for others; inconsiderate; tactless: a thoughtless remark.
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