Know-nothing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Know-nothing is an adjective meaning Ignorant; characterized by foolish denial of facts or beliefs in that which is not true.
Meaning
Ignorant; characterized by foolish denial of facts or beliefs in that which is not true.
More Meanings
- An ignorant person; one who lacks knowledge.
Example Sentences
All over the world, know-nothing xenophobes are claiming – without evidence – that climate science is rigged.
Word Forms
- know-nothings
Synonyms for know-nothing
Depending on context, synonyms include ignoramus.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include neb-nose, knothead, snooter, know-all, know-it-all, knobhead.
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