Dilettantism: meaning, definitions and examples

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dilettantism

 

[ หŒdษชl.ษชหˆtรฆn.tษช.zษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น dilettantismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅŒเค•เคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Dilettantismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dilettantisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะธะปะตั‚ะฐะฝั‚ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dilettantyzm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‡ใ‚ฃใƒฌใƒƒใ‚ฟใƒณใƒˆไธป็พฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dilettantisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ dilettantismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท diletantizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋”œ๋ ˆํƒ•ํ‹ฐ์ฆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏูŠู„ุชุงู†ุชูŠุฒู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dilettantismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ dilettantizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธšไฝ™ไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ diletantizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dilettantismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะธะปะตั‚ะฐะฝั‚ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒขแƒแƒœแƒขแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ diletantizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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.