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Definition of neoscholastic

neoscholastic

/ˌniːoʊskəˈlæstɪk/
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Adverb:neoscholastically
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Plural:neoscholastics
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1

A philosopher, theologian, or scholar who adheres to Neo-Scholasticism, a movement that sought to revive and adapt medieval scholastic thought to modern contexts.

Example

"As a dedicated neoscholastic, the author sought to reconcile modern scientific discoveries with the classical metaphysical principles of Thomas Aquinas."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the prefix 'neo-' (new) and the adjective 'scholastic', arising in the late 19th century to describe the revival of medieval Catholic philosophical and theological traditions, particularly Thomism.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Neoscholastic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/neoscholastic
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