dilettante
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
A person who takes up an interest without serious commitment or expertise.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
amateur
dabbler
Antonyms
expert
professional
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He was dismissed as a _____ rather than a serious scholar."
Answer: dilettante
In your own words, what does "dilettante" mean?
A person who takes up an interest without serious commitment or expertise.
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