How Do You Spell UNSCHOLARLY?

Pronunciation: [ʌnskˈɒləli] (IPA)

The word "unscholarly" is spelled phonetically as /ʌnˈskɒlərli/. The first syllable is pronounced with the short vowel sound /ʌ/, followed by the consonant cluster /n/ and the stressed syllable /ˈskɒlərli/. The second syllable contains the schwa sound /ə/ and ends with the consonant sound /l/. The word is used to describe something that lacks scholarly attributes or qualities. It is important to accurately spell words to effectively convey meaning in communication.

UNSCHOLARLY Meaning and Definition

  1. Unscholarly, adjective:

    1. Lacking the qualities or attributes typically associated with scholarly or intellectual pursuits; not conforming to the standards of academia or scholarly conduct.

    2. Characterized by a disregard for or a departure from established principles, methods, or standards of scholarship; lacking the rigor, depth, and research usually expected in academic or intellectual endeavors.

    3. Demonstrating a lack of erudition, intelligence, or intellectual seriousness; displaying a deficiency in knowledge, logic, critical thinking, or analytical skills.

    4. Describing work, discourse, or behavior that exhibits a superficial, shallow, or simplistic understanding of a subject matter; lacking in depth or complexity.

    5. Referring to information, sources, or claims that lack credibility, reliability, or scientific validity; not supported by evidence, research, or authoritative sources.

    6. Pertaining to a style or approach that is simplistic, vulgar, or unrefined, often associated with popular culture or lowbrow entertainment; not characteristic of high-minded or sophisticated intellectual discourse.

    Overall, the term "unscholarly" denotes a lack of the qualities, traits, or practices expected in scholarly or academic pursuits, such as rigor, depth, credibility, intellectualism, and adherence to established principles. It implies a departure from the standards and norms that characterize scholarly conduct and an absence of qualities such as erudition, critical thinking, and intellectual seriousness.

  2. Not suitable to a scholar.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for UNSCHOLARLY

  • ynscholarly
  • hnscholarly
  • jnscholarly
  • inscholarly
  • 8nscholarly
  • 7nscholarly
  • ubscholarly
  • umscholarly
  • ujscholarly
  • uhscholarly
  • unacholarly
  • unzcholarly
  • unxcholarly
  • undcholarly
  • unecholarly
  • unwcholarly
  • unsxholarly
  • unsvholarly
  • unsfholarly

Etymology of UNSCHOLARLY

The word "unscholarly" is derived from the combination of the prefix "un-" meaning "not" or "opposite", and the word "scholarly". "Scholarly" itself comes from the noun "scholar", which comes from the Old English word "scolere" meaning "student" or "pupil". The Old English term was adopted from the Latin word "scholaris", which referred to a student or a member of a school or university. Therefore, "unscholarly" means "not scholarly" or lacking in scholarly qualities.

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