platonist
/'pleitənist/
Definition
- Noun:
- An advocate of Platonism: A person who supports, follows, or is an expert in the philosophical doctrines of Plato, particularly the belief in abstract, eternal Forms as the true reality behind the material world.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- As a dedicated platonist, she argued that mathematical truths exist independently of the human mind.
- The debate featured a platonist and an empiricist presenting opposing views on the nature of knowledge.
Advanced Usage
- Capitalization: When referring specifically to a member of the historical Academy founded by Plato, it is often capitalized as Platonist.
- Plotinus was a leading Neoplatonist in the 3rd century AD.
Variants and Related Words
- Platonism (n): The philosophy of Plato or his followers, emphasizing the existence of abstract, perfect Forms.
- His work explores the influence of Platonism on early Christian thought.
- Platonic (adj): (1) Of or relating to Plato or his philosophy. (2) Denoting a close relationship that is not sexual.
- They maintained a purely platonic friendship for years.
- Neoplatonist (n): An advocate of Neoplatonism, a later philosophical system developed from Plato's ideas.
- The Renaissance saw a revival of interest in Neoplatonist thinkers.
Synonyms
- Idealist: In a philosophical context, one who believes that reality is fundamentally mental or abstract.
- Follower of Plato: A more descriptive synonym.
Related Idioms or Phrases
- Platonic love: A deep, non-romantic affection between people.
- Their relationship was one of platonic love and mutual respect.
Noun
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an advocate of Platonism
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