non-Anselmian
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/ˌnɑnænˈsɛlmiən/
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/ˌnɒnænˈsɛlmiən/
not of Anselm or his views
Etymology
'non-Anselmian' originates from English, formed by the negative prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' plus 'Anselmian' (relating to Anselm).
'Anselmian' derives from the proper name 'Anselm' (Latin 'Anselmus'), with the adjectival suffix '-ian' added in English; the prefix 'non-' (from Late Middle English 'non') was attached to form 'non-Anselmian' to indicate negation.
Initially, 'Anselmian' described things pertaining to St. Anselm or his views; adding 'non-' simply negates that relation, and the combined term has maintained the straightforward meaning 'not Anselmian.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is not Anselmian in theological or philosophical outlook; someone who opposes or does not follow Anselm's views.
Several non-Anselmians attended the conference to present alternative theories.
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Adjective 1
not conforming to, originating from, or characteristic of the theology, philosophical views, or methods associated with St. Anselm; opposed to or distinct from Anselmian positions.
The scholar offered a non-Anselmian interpretation of the doctrine of atonement.
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