benighted
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/bɪˈnaɪtɪd/
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/bɪˈnaɪtɪd/
adjective
R
lacking knowledge or understanding
The benighted student didn't know the answer to the simple question.
R
not having modern conveniences or progress
The village was so benighted that it didn't even have electricity.
translation
lacking knowledge or understanding; not having modern conveniences or progress