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DictionaryplatonicPhilosophy of Plato
adjective

platonic

Relating to Plato or his philosophy.

The seminar explores Platonic ideas about justice and knowledge.

Etymology
platonGreekthe philosopher Plato
+icEnglishrelating to

Platonic is formed from the name Plato. In this sense it directly identifies the philosopher's ideas or things associated with his philosophical tradition.

More examples

  • She compares Platonic philosophy with Aristotle’s views.
  • We discuss the Platonic theory of Forms in class.
  • The essay examines education in the Platonic ideal state.

Forms

Platonic

Platonism noun — The philosophy of Plato and his followers.

Platonist noun — A person who follows Plato’s philosophy.