anti-intellectualism

[US]/[ˌæntiˌɪntelɛkʃʊəˈlɪzəm]/
[UK]/[ˌæntiˌɪntelɛk(ə)ˈʃʊəˌlɪzəm]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Opposition to intellect, reason, or knowledge; distrust of intellectuals and intellectual pursuits.; A cultural or political stance that favors emotion, instinct, and personal experience over intellect and reason.; The dismissal of intellectual or academic pursuits as elitist or irrelevant.

Phrases & Collocations

anti-intellectualism surge

fostering anti-intellectualism

rejecting anti-intellectualism

fear of anti-intellectualism

promoting anti-intellectualism

rise of anti-intellectualism

criticizing anti-intellectualism

condemning anti-intellectualism

effects of anti-intellectualism

combating anti-intellectualism

Example Sentences

the rise of anti-intellectualism poses a threat to scientific progress.

he warned against the dangers of anti-intellectualism in public discourse.

anti-intellectualism often thrives in environments of uncertainty and fear.

the politician's rhetoric fueled anti-intellectualism among his supporters.

she criticized the pervasive anti-intellectualism within the movement.

combating anti-intellectualism requires promoting critical thinking skills.

the study examined the roots of anti-intellectualism in american culture.

he rejected the notion that anti-intellectualism is inherently negative.

the internet can inadvertently contribute to the spread of anti-intellectualism.

a key factor in the decline of public trust is the prevalence of anti-intellectualism.

the university sought to counter the effects of anti-intellectualism on campus.

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