Worldlier: meaning, definitions and examples

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worldlier

 

[ หˆwษœrldliษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

general use

Worldlier refers to someone who is more experienced or knowledgeable about the world, especially in terms of culture, social issues, or worldly matters. It implies a level of sophistication and practical knowledge that comes from exposure to different life experiences. A worldlier person is typically better equipped to navigate social situations and understand various perspectives, reflecting an appreciation for diversity and complexity in life. This term is often used in contrast to being naive or unsophisticated.

Synonyms

cultured, experienced, refined, sophisticated

Examples of usage

  • After traveling abroad, she felt much worldlier.
  • His worldlier perspective helped the team consider various solutions.
  • The worldlier students often lead discussions on global issues.

Translations

Translations of the word "worldlier" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mundano

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅเคจเคฟเคฏเคพเคตเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช weltlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ duniawi

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฒั–ั‚ััŒะบะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล›wiatowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธ–ไฟ—็š„ใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mondain

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mundano

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dรผnya gรถrรผลŸรผ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„ธ์†์ ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฏู†ูŠูˆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ svฤ›tskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ svetskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธ–ไฟ—็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ svetovni

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ heimskt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดาฏะฝะธะตะปั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒกแƒแƒคแƒšแƒ˜แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dรผnyษ™vi

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mundano

Etymology

The word 'worldlier' is derived from the root word 'world', which dates back to Old English 'weoruld', meaning 'age of man' or 'mankind'. The suffix '-ly' indicates a characteristic or tendency, effectively transforming 'world' into an adjective. 'Worldlier' represents a comparative form, suggesting a greater degree of quality in relation to 'worldly', which has connotations of sophistication and worldly knowledge. As societies evolved, the term began to encompass not only physical travel and experiences but also intellectual and emotional growth. Throughout literature and discourse, individuals who possess a worldly demeanor were often seen as wise, knowledgeable, and capable of engaging deeply in the complexities of life and human nature. The term has captured the essence of gaining maturity and insight through experience.