Platonist
noun
A person who follows or believes in the philosophy of Plato, a Greek philosopher.
She considers herself a Platonist because she heavily believes in the philosophical teachings of Plato.
Often appears as...
- devout platonist
- self-proclaimed platonist
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
noun
A person who follows or believes in the philosophy of Plato, a Greek philosopher.
She considers herself a Platonist because she heavily believes in the philosophical teachings of Plato.
Often appears as...
- devout platonist
- self-proclaimed platonist
Usage tips
Formal
Academic
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Philosophical Belief
The term relates to supporting Plato's ideas, not just liking his work generally.
As a Platonist, she subscribes to the belief in a realm of ideal forms.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Term
Most often used in academic or philosophical discussions, less in casual talk.
His thesis showcases his stance as a modern Platonist.
Pro Tip 3/3Specific Philosophy
Understand that it relates specifically to Plato's philosophy, not ancient Greek philosophy as a whole.
She wrote a paper comparing Aristotelians and Platonists.
Pro Tip 1/3Philosophical Belief
The term relates to supporting Plato's ideas, not just liking his work generally.
As a Platonist, she subscribes to the belief in a realm of ideal forms.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Term
Most often used in academic or philosophical discussions, less in casual talk.
His thesis showcases his stance as a modern Platonist.
Pro Tip 3/3Specific Philosophy
Understand that it relates specifically to Plato's philosophy, not ancient Greek philosophy as a whole.
She wrote a paper comparing Aristotelians and Platonists.
Pro Tip 1/3Philosophical Belief
The term relates to supporting Plato's ideas, not just liking his work generally.
As a Platonist, she subscribes to the belief in a realm of ideal forms.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Term
Most often used in academic or philosophical discussions, less in casual talk.
His thesis showcases his stance as a modern Platonist.
Pro Tip 3/3Specific Philosophy
Understand that it relates specifically to Plato's philosophy, not ancient Greek philosophy as a whole.
She wrote a paper comparing Aristotelians and Platonists.
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