Erasmian

American  

[ih-raz-mee-uhn] / ɪˈræz mi ən /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or like Erasmus.

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noun

1. a follower of Erasmus.

Other Word Forms

• Erasmianism noun

Etymology

Origin of Erasmian

First recorded in 1750–60; Erasm(us) + -ian

Example Sentences

The foundation added: “With his sharp-minded, mocking yet inclusive political comedy, Noah, in the eyes of the jury, upholds the ‘Erasmian Spirit.’”

From Seattle Times

For even though unable to point out a clean-cut and unequivocal synergistic statement, one cannot read these editions without scenting a Semi-Pelagian and Erasmian atmosphere.

From Project Gutenberg

His chief distinction is that he was the closest friend and associate of Erasmus, the principal publisher of Erasmus's works, and the representative in the book trade of the Erasmian attitude toward the Reformation.

From Project Gutenberg

It is a remarkable fact and of true Erasmian naïveté that he cannot help mixing up his personal interests with his sincere indignation at the atrocities disgracing a man and a Christian.

From Project Gutenberg

At that date he was probably more Erasmian than Lutheran, though of that more earnest school who were ultimately to outgrow their teacher, and find their congenial home in a new church.

From Project Gutenberg