Philistine – uneducated, particularly about the arts

A philistine is an uneducated person who knows little or nothing about the arts.

To remember the definition of the word philistine, use the following mnemonic:

She filled her time (philistine) educating the uneducated.

NOTE:

The original Philistines were neighbours and enemies of Israel in Biblical times.

Examples of philistine in a sentence

There were works of art to inspire even the most philistine of visitors to the gallery.

David is a philistine who unknowingly sold a vase valued at over £100,000 for £20.

The philistine described Picasso's abstract work as "childish".