dilettantish

adjective

Definition of dilettantishnext
as in amateur
lacking or showing a lack of expert skill independently wealthy, he can afford to pursue a dilettantish interest in sculpture

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  1. amateur
  2. inexperienced
Adjective
  • After spells at Le Havre, ASPTT Marseille and Nationals of Cavigal, RB Leipzig pounced last summer to sign him from the amateur ranks of French football.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • Only a short time ago, online content creators were largely regarded as amateur commentators or entertainers.
    — Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of amateur
Adjective
  • Many leave home early for school, and darkness adds difficulty for inexperienced motorists who may already be tired or rushed.
    — Chris Hardesty, AJC.com, 23 July 2026
  • But both Foulkes and the head of a consumer electronics organization say combining AI with other technologies is allaying those concerns by making boating easier and less intimidating for both experienced and inexperienced individuals.
    — Ed Garsten, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of inexperienced
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“Dilettantish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dilettantish. Accessed 27 Jul. 2026.

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