neoplatonic

Ne·o·pla·to·nism

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [nee-oh-pleyt-n-iz-uh m]
- /ˌni oʊˈpleɪt nˌɪz əm/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [nee-oh-pleyt-n-iz-uh m]
- /ˌni oʊˈpleɪt nˌɪz əm/

Definition of neoplatonic word

noun neoplatonic a philosophical system, originated in the 3rd century a.d. by Plotinus, founded chiefly on Platonic doctrine and Eastern mysticism, with later influences from Christianity. It holds that all existence consists of emanations from the One with whom the soul may be reunited. 1

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Origin of neoplatonic

First appearance:

before 1835

One of the 34% newest English words

First recorded in 1835-45; neo- + Platonism

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neoplatonic popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 53% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 66% 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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