nescient

Adj.	1.	nescient - holding that only material phenomena can be known and knowledge of spiritual matters or ultimate causes is impossible Synonyms: unbelieving
	2.	nescient - lacking general education or knowledge; "an ignorant man"; "nescient of contemporary literature"; "an unlearned group incapable of understanding complex issues"; "exhibiting contempt for his unlettered companions" Synonyms: ignorant, unlettered, unenlightened, unlearned