Dilettantish: meaning, definitions and examples
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dilettantish
[ หdษชlษชหtรฆntษชส ]
artistic knowledge
Dilettantish refers to a superficial or amateurish approach to a particular field, often related to arts or sciences. It describes someone who engages in an activity without serious commitment, often lacking depth of knowledge or expertise. While it can occasionally imply a casual enjoyment, it typically carries a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of professionalism. Dilettantish individuals may explore various interests but do so without a true understanding or mastery.
Synonyms
amateurish, novice, superficial, unprofessional
Examples of usage
- Her dilettantish attempts at painting lack technique.
- His dilettantish knowledge of music was evident during the discussion.
- The film suffered from a dilettantish script that failed to convey depth.
Translations
Translations of the word "dilettantish" in other languages:
๐ต๐น diletante
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฆเคฟเคฒเฅเคจเฅเคคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช dilettantisch
๐ฎ๐ฉ dilettan
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะธะปะตัะฐะฝัััะบะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ dilettancki
๐ฏ๐ต ็ด ไบบใฎ
๐ซ๐ท dilettante
๐ช๐ธ diletante
๐น๐ท dilettan
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ง์ถ์ด์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุงูู
๐จ๐ฟ diletantskรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ dilettantskรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ไธไฝ็
๐ธ๐ฎ dilettantski
๐ฎ๐ธ dilettantรญskur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดะธะปะตัะฐะฝัััา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแแแขแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ diletant
๐ฒ๐ฝ diletante
Word origin
The term 'dilettantish' is derived from the Italian word 'dilettante', which means 'one who delights in' or 'a dabbler'. Originally, it referred to someone who cultivated the arts for pleasure rather than for professional purposes. The term dates back to the mid-18th century and was initially used to describe individuals who showed a casual interest in art and literature. Over time, the word began to carry a more negative connotation, suggesting a lack of serious dedication or depth in one's pursuits. As the term evolved, it became associated with a critique of those who engage in arts or sciences without the necessary commitment or expertise, reinforcing the idea that true mastery requires significant effort and passion.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,604, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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