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sciolism

 

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Noun sciolism has 1 sense
  1. sciolism - pretentious superficiality of knowledge
    --1 is a kind of
    superficiality, shallowness

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Sciolism

Definition:

Sciolism refers to a superficial or pretentious knowledge of something, typically adopted by individuals who have only a basic understanding of the subject matter.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun (Negative Connotation):

His sciolism in physics was evident when he tried to explain the complexities of quantum mechanics but failed to grasp the fundamental concepts.

2. Noun (Positive Connotation):

Although she took pride in her sciolism of European history, her enthusiasm for studying and expanding her knowledge was inspiring.

3. Adjective (Derivative Form):

The sciolistic claims made by the self-proclaimed expert were easily debunked by qualified professionals in the field.

4. Adverb (Derivative Form):

He spoke confidently and sciolistically about various topics during the interview, trying to impress the hiring manager with his shallow understanding.

5. Verb (Derived from Noun):

The professor sciolismed his way through the lecture, merely scratching the surface of the subject without diving deep into its complexities.

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