Arcesilaus

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[ahr-ses-uh-ley-uhs] / ɑrˌsɛs əˈleɪ əs /

noun

1. 316–241 b.c., Greek philosopher.

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Example Sentences

And Arcesilaus forbade Bato his school, 166when he wrote a line in one of his plays against Cleanthes, and only got reconciled with him after he repented and made his peace with Cleanthes.

From Plutarch's Morals by Shilleto, Arthur Richard

Agis, however, held his sanctuary until he was finally betrayed by the treachery of three pretended friends, Amphares, Damochares, and Arcesilaus.

From Greek Women by Carroll, Mitchell

Arcesilaus was emphatically moderate, and limited himself to the development of the critical faculties of his pupil.

From Initiation into Philosophy by Faguet, Émile

The following description of this vase is given in the catalogue of the Durand Museum: The King Arcesilaus is seated under a pavilion upon the deck of a ship.

From Scientific American, Volume 40, No. 13, March 29, 1879 A Weekly Journal of Practical Information, Art, Science, Mechanics, Chemistry, and Manufactures by Various

The main point in dispute between Zeno and Arcesilaus, was the evidence of the senses.

From History of Roman Literature from its Earliest Period to the Augustan Age. Volume II by Dunlop, John