adjective
- relating to or concerned with material things rather than spiritual matters
- experienced in and knowledgeable about the ways of the world; sophisticated
- of or relating to this world as opposed to heaven or the afterlife
Examples
- She decided to give up her worldly possessions and become a nun.
- His worldly wisdom helped him navigate the complex business deal.
- The monk renounced all worldly pleasures to focus on meditation.
- Despite her young age, she had a worldly sophistication about her.
- He was more interested in worldly success than spiritual fulfillment.
- The travelers were worldly people who had visited many countries.
- She preferred to discuss worldly matters rather than philosophy.