How to Pronounce Nescient

To pronounce "nescient", say NESC-ient — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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NESC-ient

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💡 Tip for remembering “nescient”

"nescient" has 2 syllables: nesc-ient. It rhymes with cheshunt, if that helps it stick.

What does nescient mean?

noun

  1. An ignorant person.
  2. One who holds that only material phenomena can be known and knowledge of spiritual matters (the unmeasurable) or ultimate causes is impossible.

adjective

  1. Ignorant, unlearned
  2. Unbelieving

Words that rhyme with nescient

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cheshunt

Related words

unlearneduneducatedunletteredignorantunenlightenedunbelievingagnosticagnostical

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nescient"?▾

"Nescient" has 2 syllables: nesc · ient.

What does "nescient" mean?▾

Nescient: An ignorant person.

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