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dilettantism

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Synonyms and Antonyms of dilettantism

a lack of the level of skill associated with an expert or professional

no charge of dilettantism could ever be leveled at English physicist Henry Cavendish, whose immense wealth allowed him to devote his life to scientific pursuits

Synonyms of dilettantism

amateurishness, amateurism, inexpertness

Words Related to dilettantism

inexperience, unpreparedness

clumsiness, crudeness, ham-handedness, heavy-handedness

inability, inaptitude, incompetence, incompetency, unskillfulness

Near Antonyms of dilettantism

ability, adeptness, competence, proficiency, skill, skillfulness, talent, virtuosity

Antonyms of dilettantism

expertness, masterfulness, masterliness, professionalism

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