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DictionaryperipateticAristotle's philosophy
adjective

peripatetic

Relating to Aristotle or his philosophical school.

The course explores peripatetic philosophy through Aristotle's writings on ethics.

Etymology
peripateticGreekwalking about

The Greek adjective means walking about. Aristotle’s school received the name through its association with the walk or colonnade where teaching took place.

More examples

  • Her research focuses on the peripatetic school and its early members.
  • We compare peripatetic ideas about happiness with those of other ancient schools.
  • The lecture traces the influence of peripatetic logic on medieval thought.

Similar words

Aristotelian
Names Aristotle directly without invoking his school's traditional name.