benighted
be
bi
nigh
ˈnaɪ
nai
ted
tɪd
tid
British pronunciation
/bɪnˈa‍ɪtɪd/

Definition & Meaning of "benighted"in English

benighted
01

lacking in intellect, culture, knowledge, or morals

example
Examples
The isolated village was considered benighted due to its lack of modern education.
The book criticized the benighted attitudes of society during that era.
02

overtaken by night or darkness

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