unworldly
Americanadjective
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not worldly; not seeking material advantage; spiritually minded.
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naive; unsophisticated; provincial.
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not terrestrial; unearthly.
adjective
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not concerned with material values or pursuits
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lacking sophistication; naive
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not of this earth or world
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“The Rise of Silas Lapham,” about an honest but unworldly self-made entrepreneur among Boston nabobs, dwells in the nuances of etiquette and morals.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
It’s impressive enough as it stands, but when the skirt opens to reveal a team of dancers inside of it as Gaga transitions from “Bloody Mary” to “Abracadabra,” it seems almost unworldly.
From Salon ● Apr. 16, 2025
You see in her depiction the woman described in Charlotte’s words; this Emily is indeed unworldly, uncomfortable around strangers, struggling to comply with what society expects of her.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 21, 2023
The King is presented as old fashioned and rather unworldly.
From BBC ● Jan. 10, 2023
He and the train were equally sleek and unworldly.
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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