(idiomatic, singular only) A solution or scenario which combines the disadvantages of two opposed prior solutions, often having been intended to combine their benefits instead.

Alternative form of the hand that rocks the cradle rules the world

A policy of revenge will lead to counterretaliations rather than peaceful resolutions.

Concerned with human or earthly matters, physical as opposed to spiritual. / Concerned with secular rather than sacred matters.

In a worldly manner.

The quality of being worldly; familiarity with the ways of the world.

experienced in the ways of the world; sophisticated and cosmopolitan

A mundane person, preoccupied with worldly affairs rather than spiritual matters.

plural of worldling

superlative form of worldly: most worldly