Meaning of the word "custom is the guide of the ignorant" in English
What does "custom is the guide of the ignorant" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
custom is the guide of the ignorant
US /ˈkʌs.təm ɪz ðə ɡaɪd ʌv ði ˈɪɡ.nər.ənt/
UK /ˈkʌs.təm ɪz ðə ɡaɪd ɒv ði ˈɪɡ.nər.ənt/
Idiom
a proverb suggesting that people who lack knowledge or critical thinking skills simply follow established traditions or habits without questioning them
Example:
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He never asks why we do things this way; truly, custom is the guide of the ignorant.
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Blindly following old rules without reason proves that custom is the guide of the ignorant.