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“TRUTHFUL, adj. Dumb and illiterate.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“TRUTHFUL, adj. Dumb and illiterate.”

Ambrose Bierce

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Source Dictionary: N/A, 1891

Describes a person lacking education and insight as both untruthful and ignorant.

In simple terms: Uneducated and ignorant.

Key Takeaway

Avoid ignorance.

Themes

education truth ignorance

Mood

critical skeptical

Type

definition commentary

When to use this quote

  • classroom
  • political discourse
  • media literacy

Key Concepts

epistemology social critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does language shape perception of truth?
  • Can ignorance be remedied through education?
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May oversimplify complex issues.

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