Cosmopolite — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Cosmopolite
Cosmopolite (noun)
- a sophisticated, widely traveled person, a cosmopolitan person
- an organism found in most parts of the world and under varied ecological conditions, a cosmopolitan organism
Cosmopolite (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a person with the outlook, experience, and manners thought to be typical of big city dwellers
"having sung in opera houses all over the world, she has the confident demeanor of a seasoned cosmopolite"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Cosmopolite
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Antonyms & Opposite Words for Cosmopolite
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Word Forms of Cosmopolite
Derived words: cosmopolitism (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Cosmopolite
New Latin cosmopolites, from Greek kosmopolitēs, from kosmos + politēs citizen
First known use: circa 1618
Frequently Asked Questions about Cosmopolite
What does "Cosmopolite" mean?
"Cosmopolite" means a sophisticated, widely traveled person, a cosmopolitan person. As a noun, it is defined as: a sophisticated, widely traveled person, a cosmopolitan person.
What is another word for "Cosmopolite"?
Other words for "Cosmopolite" include city slicker, cosmopolitan, metropolitan, slicker and sophisticate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Cosmopolite" you intend.
What is the opposite of "Cosmopolite"?
Antonyms of "Cosmopolite" include bumpkin, hick, provincial, rustic and yokel.
How do you use "Cosmopolite" in a sentence?
Examples of "Cosmopolite" in a sentence: "having sung in opera houses all over the world, she has the confident demeanor of a seasoned cosmopolite".
Is "Cosmopolite" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Cosmopolite" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Cosmopolite"?
"Cosmopolite" is pronounced /käz-ˈmä-pə-ˌlīt/ and divided into syllables as cos·mop·o·lite.
What is the origin of the word "Cosmopolite"?
"Cosmopolite" comes from New Latin cosmopolites, from Greek kosmopolitēs, from kosmos + politēs citizen. First known use: circa 1618.
What is another word for "Cosmopolite" meaning "a person with the outlook, experience, and manners thought to be typical of big city dwellers"?
When "Cosmopolite" (noun) means a person with the outlook, experience, and manners thought to be typical of big city dwellers, synonyms include city slicker, cosmopolitan, metropolitan, slicker and sophisticate. Opposites in this sense include bumpkin, hick, provincial and rustic.