Socratic
(adjective) of or relating to Socrates or to his method of teaching; “Socratic teaching”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
So*crat"ic, So*crat"ic*al, a. Etym: [L. Socraticus, Gr.
Definition: Of or pertaining to Socrates, the Grecian sage and teacher. (b. c. 469-399), or to his manner of teaching and philosophizing.
Note: The Socratic method of reasoning and instruction was by a series of questions leading the one to whom they were addressed to perceive and admit what was true or false in doctrine, or right or wrong in conduct.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
16 May 2025
(adjective) marked by columniation having free columns in porticoes either at both ends or at both sides of a structure
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