alexandrianism
|al-ex-an-dri-an-ism|
/ˌælɪɡˈzændriənɪzəm/
scholarly tradition
Etymology
'alexandrianism' originates from the name 'Alexandria', a city in Egypt, known for its great library and as a center of learning in the Hellenistic world.
'Alexandria' was named after Alexander the Great, and the term 'alexandrianism' evolved to describe the intellectual and cultural movements associated with the city.
Initially, it referred to the cultural and intellectual activities in Alexandria, but over time it evolved to describe any scholarly or intellectual movement.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a style or movement in literature, art, or philosophy that is characterized by a focus on scholarly and intellectual pursuits, often associated with the Hellenistic period in Alexandria.
The poet's work was heavily influenced by Alexandrianism, evident in its intellectual depth and complexity.
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