anti-intellectual

[US]/[ˌæntiˌɪnˈtelɪktʃʊəl]/
[UK]/[ˌæntiˌɪnˈtelɪktʃʊəl]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A person who is opposed to intellectual pursuits or who distrusts intellectuals.; A movement or attitude that rejects intellectualism.
adj.Disliking or distrusting intellectuals or intellectual pursuits.

Phrases & Collocations

anti-intellectual sentiment

anti-intellectual bias

being anti-intellectual

anti-intellectual culture

strongly anti-intellectual

anti-intellectual arguments

an anti-intellectual stance

anti-intellectual backlash

describe as anti-intellectual

inherently anti-intellectual

Example Sentences

the candidate's rhetoric often leaned towards being anti-intellectual, dismissing expert opinions.

there's a concerning trend of anti-intellectual sentiment in some online communities.

he was criticized for his anti-intellectual stance on climate change research.

the anti-intellectual movement often promotes simplistic solutions to complex problems.

it's important to distinguish between skepticism and outright anti-intellectualism.

the anti-intellectual bias in the media can be detrimental to informed decision-making.

she challenged the anti-intellectual narrative surrounding scientific advancements.

his anti-intellectual views were a major point of contention during the debate.

the university strives to foster a climate of intellectual curiosity, not anti-intellectualism.

many believe the rise of social media has fueled an anti-intellectual environment.

the author's work critiques the pervasive anti-intellectual attitudes in popular culture.

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