Holding that only material phenomena can be known and knowledge of spiritual matters or ultimate causes is impossible. Synonym:unbelieving.
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Uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication. Synonyms:ignorant, unlearned, unlettered."Nescient of contemporary literature" , "An unlearned group incapable of understanding complex issues" , "Exhibiting contempt for his unlettered companions"
