worldly

• Beschreibt einen Menschen, der im Leben, im Umgang mit Menschen und mit der Welt erfahren und bewandert ist, oft mit der Nebenbedeutung von Weltgewandtheit und Raffinesse; kann auch das irdische, diesseitige Leben im Gegensatz zum geistlichen betreffen.

Describes someone who is experienced and knowledgeable about life, people, and the world, often implying sophistication.

1. Experienced and sophisticatedB2formal

   Having a lot of experience and knowledge about life, people, and the world.

   Weltgewandt

   • She is a worldly traveler who has visited over 50 countries.
   • His worldly wisdom helped him navigate the complex negotiations.
   • The diplomat was known for his worldly perspective on international affairs.

   Synonymecosmopolitanexperiencedknowledgeableseasonedsophisticatedurbaneworldly-wise

   Antonymeguilelessinexperiencedinnocentnaiveunsophisticated

2. Material or secularB2formal

   Relating to the physical world and material possessions, rather than spiritual matters.

   Weltlich

   • He abandoned his worldly possessions to become a monk.
   • The philosopher criticized worldly ambitions and desires.
   • She focused on worldly success rather than spiritual growth.

   Synonymecarnalearthlyfleshlymaterialmundanephysicalprofaneseculartemporal

   Antonymecelestialotherworldlyspiritualtranscendentunworldly