Definition

A person who is focused on material things and worldly pleasures rather than spiritual or intellectual matters.

Example

He was often criticized for being a worldling, more interested in wealth than wisdom.

Conversation

Have you ever met someone who is just a total worldling?

Yeah, it's interesting but sometimes a bit shallow, don't you think?

Definitely, they seem so focused on material things.

Right? It makes me appreciate the deeper connections we have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Worldling → It is formed from "world" (from Old English *weorold*, meaning the earthly realm or human existence) and "-ling" (a suffix meaning a person or thing associated with). The word "worldling" refers to a person who is concerned with worldly matters or material things, often in a superficial way.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is focused on the 'earthly realm' ('world') and is a 'person' ('-ling') associated with those worldly concerns.

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