Definition of Worldly

1. Adjective. Characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world. "Temporal possessions of the church"


2. Adjective. Very sophisticated especially because of surfeit; versed in the ways of the world. "The benefits of his worldly wisdom"
Exact synonyms: Blase
Similar to: Sophisticated
Derivative terms: Worldliness

Definition of Worldly

1. a. Relating to the world; human; common; as, worldly maxims; worldly actions.

2. adv. With relation to this life; in a worldly manner.

3. a. Relating to the world; human; common; as, worldly maxims; worldly actions.

4. adv. With relation to this life; in a worldly manner.

Definition of Worldly

1. pertaining to the world [adj -LIER, -LIEST]

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Worldly

world-beater
world-class
world-shaking
world-shattering
world-weariness
world-weary
worldbeat
worldbeats
worlded
worldlier
worldliest
worldliness
worldlinesses
worldling
worldlings
worldly (current term)
worldly-minded
worldly-wise
worldly belongings
worldly concern
worldly goods
worldly possessions
worlds
worldview
worldviews
worldwide
world affairs
World Bank
world council
World Council of Churches

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