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What does it mean?
He dismisses the opposition as uneducated or incapable of handling serious discussion.
In plain terms
He will not explain basic things to foolish opponents.
What can you take from it?
Do not waste time teaching those unwilling to learn.

Where it applies

  • debates
  • meetings
  • public arguments

Putting it to work

  • disengage from basic arguments
  • signal competence
  • mock ignorance

Questions to consider

  • When is it okay to stop explaining yourself?
  • Does dismissing opponents win arguments?

Another view

It assumes intelligence levels without evidence and shuts down dialogue.

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