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無知蒙昧

muchi mōmai
noun★Intermediate— ignorance and obscurantism
formal

A state of ignorance and lack of enlightenment, often referring to a society or era that resists knowledge and progress.

この国は無知蒙昧な政策を続けている。

This country continues to pursue policies of ignorance and obscurantism.

💡

This phrase is often used critically to describe resistance to education, science, or modern ideas.

Collocations

無知蒙昧な時代an age of ignorance and obscurantism無知蒙昧な政策policies of ignorance and obscurantism

Synonyms

無知蒙昧無学無知無学

Antonyms

啓蒙知識開明

Related Phrases

無知無学phrase
ignorance and lack of education

💡Pro Tip

Usage Context

This phrase is typically used in formal or critical discussions about societal or historical issues.

⚡Gold Rule

Critical Tone

This phrase carries a strong negative connotation and is used to criticize resistance to knowledge and progress.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 無知 (muchi, ignorance) and 蒙昧 (mōmai, obscurantism or lack of enlightenment).

📝Usage Notes

This phrase is often used in a critical or negative context to describe societies or individuals who reject knowledge and progress.

Word Breakdown

無知
ignorance
root
+
蒙昧
obscurantism or lack of enlightenment
root
和英辞典

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