scholasticism

CEFRB2

/skəˈlæstɪˌsɪzəm/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A medieval method of studying religion and philosophy through careful reasoning.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    Alternative letter-case form of scholasticism.

Examples

  • Scholasticism was a method of learning in the Middle Ages.

  • The group is studying the history and nature of scholasticism.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
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Deep Dive

noun

Extra meaning

  1. A tradition or school of philosophy, originating in the Middle Ages, that combines classical philosophy with Catholic theology.

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In context

  • The professor lectured on the influence of medieval scholasticism.

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Medieval blank was a method of learning that emphasized logic and theology.

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Origin

noun

From scholastic + -ism.