Ivory-towerish — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Ivory-towerish
Ivory-towerish (noun)
- an impractical often escapist attitude marked by aloof lack of concern with or interest in practical matters or urgent problems
- a secluded place that affords the means of treating practical issues with an impractical often escapist attitude; especially, a place of learning
Ivory-towerish (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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very learned or educated but inexperienced in practical matters
"the governor dismissed his critics at the state university as a gaggle of ivory-towerish goo-goos"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ivory-towerish
The most common words with a similar meaning to Ivory-towerish:
Near Antonyms of Ivory-towerish
Word Forms of Ivory-towerish
Derived words: ivory-tower (adjective), ivory-towerish (adjective)
Origin & Etymology of Ivory-towerish
translation of French tour d'ivoire
First known use: 1894
Frequently Asked Questions about Ivory-towerish
What does "Ivory-towerish" mean?
"Ivory-towerish" means an impractical often escapist attitude marked by aloof lack of concern with or interest in practical matters or urgent problems. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: an impractical often escapist attitude marked by aloof lack of concern with or interest in practical matters or urgent problems.
What is another word for "Ivory-towerish"?
Other words for "Ivory-towerish" include academic, ivory-tower and ivory-towered. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ivory-towerish" you intend.
How do you use "Ivory-towerish" in a sentence?
Examples of "Ivory-towerish" in a sentence: "the governor dismissed his critics at the state university as a gaggle of ivory-towerish goo-goos".
Is "Ivory-towerish" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Ivory-towerish" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
What is the origin of the word "Ivory-towerish"?
"Ivory-towerish" comes from translation of French tour d'ivoire. First known use: 1894.
What is another word for "Ivory-towerish" meaning "very learned or educated but inexperienced in practical matters"?
When "Ivory-towerish" (adjective) means very learned or educated but inexperienced in practical matters, synonyms include academic, ivory-tower and ivory-towered.
What words are related to "Ivory-towerish"?
Words related to "Ivory-towerish" include cerebral, eggheaded, highbrow and intellectual.
What words are derived from "Ivory-towerish"?
Words derived from "Ivory-towerish" include ivory-tower (adjective) and ivory-towerish (adjective).