worldly
/ˈwɜrldli/
adjective
- Relating to ordinary life on earth rather than spiritual or religious matters.
- The monk gave up all his worldly possessions to live a simple life.
- She focused on spiritual growth and ignored worldly concerns.
- After years of meditation, he lost interest in worldly pleasures.
- Experienced and sophisticated in the ways of the world; not naive.
- The young diplomat seemed surprisingly worldly for his age.
- Her travels made her more worldly and open-minded.
- He was a worldly man who knew how to handle difficult business deals.
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