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									[ adjective ] holding that only material phenomena can be known and knowledge of spiritual matters or ultimate causes is impossible  Synonyms Related terms | 
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									[ adjective ] lacking general education or knowledge  Synonyms Examples "an ignorant man" "nescient of contemporary literature" "an unlearned group incapable of understanding complex issues" "exhibiting contempt for his unlettered companions" Related terms | 
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