Ashamed Quote by John Fowles
“I hate the uneducated and the ignorant. I hate the pompous and the phoney. I hate the jealous and the resentful. I hate the crabbed and mean and the petty. I hate all ordinary dull little people who aren't ashamed of being dull and little.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The French Lieutenant’s Woman” by John Fowles, 1969
The speaker despises superficiality, ignorance, and mediocrity, expressing contempt for those lacking depth.
In simple terms: Disdain for shallow, ignorant people.
Key Takeaway
Avoid shallow company; seek depth.
Themes
contempt
social criticism
elitism
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
social commentary
When to use this quote
- social circles
- online forums
- work environments
Key Concepts
intellectualism
classism
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives this contempt?
- Can you find value in ordinary people?
A Different Perspective
None; such harsh judgments can alienate and limit empathy.
