Platonize

[ pleyt-n-ahyz ]

verb (used without object)

, Pla·to·nized, Pla·to·niz·ing.

1. to follow or adopt the doctrines of Plato.
2. to think or reason in the manner of Plato.

verb (used with object)

, Pla·to·nized, Pla·to·niz·ing.

1. to give a Platonic character to.
2. to explain in accordance with Platonic principles.

Other Words From

• Plato·ni·zation noun
• Plato·nizer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Platonize¹

From the Greek word platōnízein, dating back to 1600–10. See Platonic, -ize

Example Sentences

Gentle, secluded, scholastic England does well to platonize.

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