hobbesian

Hobbes·i·an

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [hob-zee-uh n]
- /ˈhɒb zi ən/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [hob-zee-uh n]
- /ˈhɒb zi ən/

Definitions of hobbesian word

noun hobbesian a person who believes in or advocates the principles of Thomas Hobbes. 1
adjective hobbesian of, relating to, or recalling the principles of Thomas Hobbes. 1
adjective hobbesian Involving unrestrained, selfish, and uncivilized competition among participants. 0
adjective hobbesian (political philosophy) Relating to Thomas Hobbes or his philosophical theories. 0

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Origin of hobbesian

First appearance:

before 1770

One of the 46% newest English words

First recorded in 1770-80; Hobbes + -ian

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hobbesian popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 52% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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