Dilettantism: meaning, definitions and examples
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dilettantism
[ หdษชl.ษชหtรฆn.tษช.zษm ]
artistic involvement
Dilettantism refers to a lack of commitment to a particular field of study, especially in the arts or sciences, where someone engages in it superficially rather than with serious intent. It can signify a certain amateurish enthusiasm, often looked down upon by professionals who dedicate themselves wholeheartedly to their craft. A dilettante may dabble in various interests without a deep understanding or expertise, enjoying the process without striving for mastery. This term often carries a negative connotation, implying frivolity or lack of seriousness.
Synonyms
amateurism, dabbling, superficiality.
Examples of usage
- Her dilettantism in painting made her a popular figure at art parties.
- He embraced dilettantism, trying his hand at various instruments without ever becoming proficient.
- Critics accused him of dilettantism for his shallow approach to literary critique.
Translations
Translations of the word "dilettantism" in other languages:
๐ต๐น dilettantismo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคถเฅเคเคฟเคฏเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Dilettantismus
๐ฎ๐ฉ dilettantisme
๐บ๐ฆ ะดะธะปะตัะฐะฝัะธะทะผ
๐ต๐ฑ dilettantyzm
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฃใฌใใฟใณใไธป็พฉ
๐ซ๐ท dilettantisme
๐ช๐ธ dilettantismo
๐น๐ท diletantizm
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋ ํํฐ์ฆ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏููุชุงูุชูุฒู
๐จ๐ฟ dilettantismus
๐ธ๐ฐ dilettantizmus
๐จ๐ณ ไธไฝไธปไน
๐ธ๐ฎ diletantizem
๐ฎ๐ธ dilettantismi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดะธะปะตัะฐะฝัะธะทะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแแแขแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ diletantizm
๐ฒ๐ฝ dilettantismo
Etymology
The term 'dilettantism' originates from the Italian word 'dilettante,' which means 'one who delights in' or 'a lover of art.' The Italian word itself is derived from the Latin 'delectare,' meaning 'to delight.' The usage of 'dilettante' first appeared in the late 18th century, primarily to describe individuals who engaged in art or literature without serious intentions or professional aspirations. Over time, 'dilettantism' came to symbolize an amateurish or superficial approach to the arts, distinguishing those who merely enjoy art from those who are professionally invested. In modern usage, it often serves as a critique of individuals who approach serious disciplines with the same relaxed enjoyment as a hobby, without striving for deeper understanding or excellence.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,794, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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