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a person regarded as ignorant, primitive, or resistant to basic social norms
What is the origin of the term "troglodyte" and how is it used?
"Troglodyte" is a slang term for a person regarded as ignorant, primitive, or resistant to basic social norms. It comes from the Greek trōglēdútēs, meaning "cave-dweller," originally used to describe people living in caves, and was later adopted in English from the 16th century to describe backward or uncivilized individuals. The term is used in informal, mocking, or critical contexts, often to highlight perceived social or intellectual deficiencies. It is derogatory, context-dependent, and not vulgar, but clearly insulting.
someone who lives in a cave
one who lives in solitude
