psilosophy

/ˈsɪloʊfɪ/ or /pseɪləˈɒfɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who cultivates or advocates for a lifestyle that rejects or is ignorant of the complexities of modern society, often characterized by an avoidance of technology, urbanization, and other perceived ills of modern life.

“She was a psilosopher who lived off the grid, growing her own food and collecting her own water.”

Synonyms

  • hermit
  • recluse
  • simpleton

Antonyms

  • technophile
  • urban dweller