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erasmian

 

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Adjective erasmian has 1 sense
  1. Erasmian - of or relating to or in the manner of Erasmus

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Eras mian

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1:

A follower or adherent of Desiderius Erasmus, a Dutch Renaissance humanist, theologian, and scholar.

Example:

Many Erasmians gathered in the conference hall to discuss the works of their esteemed scholar.

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1:

Relating to or characteristic of Desiderius Erasmus or his ideas.

Example:

The professor gave an erasmian interpretation of the Renaissance literature.

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Sense 2:

Pertaining to Erasmian pronunciation, which is the reconstructed pronunciation of ancient Greek.

Example:

The erasmian pronunciation helps to understand the nuances of the Greek language.

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense 1:

In the manner or style of Desiderius Erasmus.

Example:

The play was performed with an erasmian touch, capturing the essence of the Renaissance era.

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