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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

dilettante

/dɪˈlɛtənt/ noun · British & US
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What does dilettante mean?

noun

A person who has an interest in and appreciation of the arts, but lacks thorough knowledge or skill. A person who takes up an activity or hobby lightly or superficially.

Example

"He was a dilettante in painting, but his work was never taken seriously by the art world."

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