worldliness

Meanings

• noun

  The state of being involved in the concerns of this world and the material things of life.

  - "His worldliness made him unsuitable for a monastic life."
  - "She was surprised by his worldliness, considering he had grown up in the countryside."

• noun

  Familiarity with and participation in the concerns, pleasures, and values of this world.

  - "The worldly wisdom of the old man saved the travelers from danger."
  - "The young man's worldliness was a source of envy among his less experienced peers."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with worldliness
wisdom , wisdoms , folly,olly,ollywopper , hopper

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Variants

List of all variants of worldliness that leads to same result
worldlier , worldliest , worldliness , worldlinesses , worldly , this-worldliness , this-worldlinesses

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Etymology

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From Old English 'weorold' meaning 'age, world,' and 'lice' meaning 'likeness.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'worldliness' first appeared in English in the 14th century.

2. The opposite of worldliness is often described as 'otherworldliness' or 'spirituality'.

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Related Concepts

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1. secularism: The belief that worldly or material things are more important than spiritual matters.

2. materialism: The belief that material possessions are the most important things in life.

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Culture

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Worldliness has been a theme in literature and philosophy for centuries, often portrayed as a contrast to spiritual or moral values. In Dante's Divine Comedy, the circle of the gluttonous is filled with worldly figures who have allowed their material desires to consume them.

How to Memorize "worldliness"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person who is deeply involved in the material world, surrounded by wealth and possessions. Visualize their interactions with others and how their worldliness affects their relationships and actions.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'worldliness' with material possessions, wealth, and involvement in worldly concerns.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Worldly Wisdom Wins' to help memorize the definition of worldliness.

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