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Meaning of nescient in English
Pronunciation
/ˈnɛʃ(i)ənt/
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Classifying Adjective
nescient
Definitions
1.
holding that only material phenomena can be known and knowledge of spiritual matters or ultimate causes is impossible
Synonyms
agnostic
agnostical
2.
lacking general education or knowledge
Examples
« an ignorant man »
« nescient of contemporary literature »
« an unlearned group incapable of understanding complex issues »
« exhibiting contempt for his unlettered companions »
Synonyms
uneducated