Aristotelianism (Noun)
Meaning
(philosophy) the philosophy of Aristotle that deals with logic and metaphysics and ethics and poetics and politics and natural science; "Aristotelianism profoundly influenced Western thought".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The university's philosophy department offered a range of courses exploring the concepts and applications of Aristotelianism.
- Throughout history, Aristotelianism has had a profound impact on the development of Western science and ethics.
- Aristotelianism played a central role in shaping the medieval European worldview and its understanding of the natural world.
- Scholars have argued that Aristotelianism lays the groundwork for many modern philosophical and scientific theories.
- The revival of Aristotelianism during the Renaissance led to significant advances in fields such as physics and mathematics.