Definition of SCHOLASTICISM

scholasticism

Meanings

Plural: scholasticisms

Noun

  • the system of philosophy dominant in medieval Europe; based on Aristotle and the Church Fathers
  • orthodoxy of a scholastic variety
  • A tradition or school of philosophy, originating in the Middle Ages, that combines classical philosophy with Catholic theology.

Origin / Etymology

From scholastic + -ism.

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