Thomist
|Tho-mist|
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/ˈtoʊmɪst/
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/ˈtəʊmɪst/
follower of Thomas Aquinas
Etymology
'Thomist' originates from Medieval Latin, specifically the word 'Thomista', where the root 'Thomas' meant 'twin' (the personal name Thomas) and the suffix '-ist' meant 'follower of or adherent to'.
'Thomist' changed from Medieval Latin word 'Thomista' (used for followers of Thomas Aquinas) and entered English usage via scholarly and ecclesiastical Latin/Middle English, eventually becoming the modern English word 'Thomist'.
Initially, it meant 'a follower of Thomas' (the name ultimately meaning 'twin'), but over time it evolved to mean specifically 'an adherent of the philosophical/theological system of Thomas Aquinas (Thomism)'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a follower or supporter of the philosophical and theological teachings of Thomas Aquinas; an adherent of Thomism.
The Thomist defended Aquinas's argument about natural law in the seminar.
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Adjective 1
relating to Thomism or to the doctrines and methods of Thomas Aquinas.
Thomist ethics place strong emphasis on natural law and virtue.
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