Earthliest

/ˈɜːrθliɪst/ adjective (superlative)

Definition

Most earthly; most concerned with worldly, material, or physical matters rather than spiritual ones.

Etymology

Superlative form of 'earthly,' from 'earth' plus '-ly' and superlative '-est'. Emphasizes maximum degree of concern with material rather than spiritual existence.

Kelly Says

The 'earthliest' humans historically—those most focused on survival, shelter, and food—were often doing the work that allowed philosophers to contemplate the spiritual, revealing hidden hierarchies in language and society.

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