Don't Do This
Some people manage to give themselves the air of ignorance without saying a word. Habits, behaviors, and attitudes can make one look completely uneducated in a matter of seconds, no matter how much they know. With that in mind, here are 20 things plenty of people do that make them look uneducated.
1. Lack of Curiosity
There are some who have an ingrained lack of curiosity. On the other hand, there are those who are proud of their own ignorance, disdaining knowledge or alternative viewpoints. The two traits together are a textbook example of an uneducated person.
2. Getting Loud
Some people think that if they raise their voice during an argument it makes what they are saying more correct. Rather than state facts or use reason, they try to demand authority by using volume. This just makes them seem uneducated and insecure about what they are saying.
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3. Attacking Appearances
Attacking someone's physical looks after they lose an argument is just a sign of inattentiveness. It shows they cared more about something else instead of the subject matter. They resorted to name-calling instead of argumentation or proof.
4. Relying on Anecdotes
Some people take one isolated anecdote to be on par with real evidence. When trying to back themselves up, they use single stories instead of facts or statistics. This makes their argument weak, and it’s extra funny when they don’t see that and think their stories are at the same level as actual research.
5. Confidence
Some people believe that if they come off as confident, their ideas must be correct. They talk as if they have all the answers even when they have none. This can make them come off as uneducated because confidence does not equal competence.
6. Littering
Throwing your trash around on the street is incredibly lazy. It means someone doesn’t care to keep their streets clean. They show no civic-mindedness or responsibility, and this looks very ignorant.
7. Talking Over Others
Some people feel the need to interrupt or talk over people at the first instance of a disagreement. This is inconsiderate of dialogue and alternate points of view. It can make them seem uneducated and unwilling to be receptive or cooperative.
8. Stubbornness
Some will never change their minds and will not budge even when the facts are clearly stacked against them. This shows a closed-minded approach and an unwillingness to learn. It makes them seem quite the opposite of educated and flexible.
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9. Never Reading
Certain individuals boast about never reading or pursuing knowledge. They demonstrate ignorance and lack of intellectual curiosity. It’s kind of strange that they think this makes them look smarter.
10. Quiet Places
There are those who blabber in a library, bookstore, or botanical gardens. Essentially, people who disregard rules or don’t think they apply to them. They may think they’re cool for getting away with it, but everyone around them is silently judging them and rolling their eyes.
11. Phone Music
Some people blast music from their phones in public places without headphones. This demonstrates a lack of consideration for other people and public manners. It makes them seem unschooled and inconsiderate.
12. Black and White
Individuals who view things in absolutes never acknowledge shades of gray. This limits their perspective and hinders their capacity to recognize alternative viewpoints. It renders them uninformed and logically inflexible.
13. Know-It-All
There are people who try to pretend that they are all-knowing and know everything. They have a sense of arrogance and look down on other people's knowledge. It often makes them sound uneducated and very insecure behind their false confidence.
14. Education and Intelligence
Some people believe that education makes a person intelligent. They might disregard common sense, analytical thinking, or creative thinking. This can make them seem uneducated because intelligence is more than book smarts.
15. The Wrong Words
Some folks throw around words they obviously do not know in a desperate attempt to appear intelligent. Such words can only lead to miscommunication or utter confusion. It makes them look very uneducated and very reckless with words.
16. The Big Words
People often attempt to use big words as well to impress others. They think it makes them sound intelligent, but in reality, being able to communicate effectively is the mark of a smart person. Usually, smarter people will purposefully use easier words to build rapport with others.
17. Arrogance
Arrogance is not a desirable trait, unlike a friendly or positive attitude. Even if someone thinks they’re smart, they shouldn’t go around trying to demonstrate it to others. That just makes them seem insecure or overbearing. They also seem uneducated, because people with real knowledge don't have to show off to be respected.
18. Frequent Interruptions
Interrupting people in a conversation is an act of those who are not only attention-seeking but also self-centered. In this case, they can be described as impolite and less intelligent. Constantly interrupting others in a conversation is highly disrespectful too.
19. Self-Awareness
Lack of self-awareness and overconfidence may cause intelligent people to come across as less educated or well-informed. This can manifest as poor social judgment, a dismissive attitude, or lack of regard for how one's behavior affects others. When individuals lack self-awareness, overconfidence can often result in a loss of credibility and respect.
20. Frowning
A person who is scowling or frowning all the time in public seems like an unfriendly, inapproachable individual. This creates a negative first impression on others despite their intelligence or character. Smiling is usually the opposite, as people seem more trustworthy and intelligent if they smile.
