Philistine and Smooth

Opposite meaning words

Philistine adjective - Smug and ignorant and indifferent or hostile to artistic and cultural values.

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Smooth is an antonym for philistine.

Nearby Word: philistinism

Smooth adjective - Having or showing very polished and worldly manners.

Usage example: a smooth salesman of expensive jewelry

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Philistine is an antonym for smooth.

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