unintellectualism

[US]/[ˌʌnɪntelˈɛkʃənɪzəm]/
[UK]/[ˌʌnɪntelˈɛkʃənɪzəm]/

Translation

n.The avoidance of intellectual pursuits or activities; a dislike of thinking or reasoning.; A state of being characterized by a lack of intellectual curiosity or engagement.; The rejection of intellectualism as a guiding principle.

Phrases & Collocations

unintellectualism thrives

avoiding unintellectualism

criticizing unintellectualism

fear of unintellectualism

rejecting unintellectualism

unintellectualism's rise

exposing unintellectualism

combating unintellectualism

unintellectualism persists

analyzing unintellectualism

Example Sentences

the rise of unintellectualism in public discourse is deeply concerning.

he criticized the pervasive unintellectualism of the online forum.

there's a worrying trend towards unintellectualism in political debate.

the university sought to combat unintellectualism with robust debate programs.

she lamented the growing acceptance of unintellectualism in society.

his argument was undermined by a reliance on emotional appeals rather than reason, a hallmark of unintellectualism.

the spread of misinformation fuels unintellectualism and distrust.

we need to encourage critical thinking to counter the effects of unintellectualism.

the decline in reading habits contributes to a climate of unintellectualism.

he warned against the dangers of unintellectualism and its impact on informed decision-making.

the echo chambers of social media often reinforce unintellectualism.

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