Cynic Quote by Oscar Wilde
“A cynic is a man who knows the price of everything but the value of nothing.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Lady Windermere's Fan, 1892
People often know costs but miss deeper significance.
In simple terms: Knowing price ≠ understanding value.
Key Takeaway
Seek true worth beyond price tags.
Themes
value
perception
philosophy
Mood
witty
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- shopping
- investment decisions
- relationship assessments
- art criticism
Key Concepts
economics
ethics
meaning
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you value that can't be priced?
- How does focusing on price limit appreciation?
A Different Perspective
May ignore emotional or intangible aspects of value.
