PHILISTINES
(adj., noun, adj.sat)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Philistines.
Philistines - as an adjective
Of or relating to ancient philistia or its culture or its people
Philistines - as a noun
A member of an aegean people who settled ancient philistia around the 12th century bc
A person who is uninterested in intellectual pursuits
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anti-intellectuallowbrowPhilistines - as an adjective satellite
Smug and ignorant and indifferent or hostile to artistic and cultural values
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anti-intellectualExample Sentences
"The filmmaker's work was dismissed by some critics as appealing only to philistines."
"She was dismayed to find the museum filled with philistines who showed little interest in the artwork."
"The art gallery attracted a diverse crowd, including art lovers and philistines alike."
"The professor believed that a lack of education contributed to the prevalence of philistines in society."
"The philosopher argued that philistines were unable to appreciate the deeper meaning in works of art."
Word Game Points
Is PHILISTINES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, philistines is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PHILISTINES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is PHILISTINES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, philistines is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPHILISTINES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is PHILISTINES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, philistines is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPHILISTINES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
