worldly
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Definition of worldly:
- worldly (adjective):
- not spiritual
- characteristic of or devoted to the temporal world as opposed to the spiritual world.
- of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
Synonyms for worldly:
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