Erasmian

[ ih-raz-mee-uhn ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or like Erasmus.

noun

1. a follower of Erasmus.

Other Words From

• E·rasmi·an·ism noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of Erasmian¹

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

Example Sentences

The United States is increasingly irreligious, but until we relearn — on social media, in our politics, in person — that Erasmian courtesy, we shall not deserve to call ourselves humanists.

From Washington Post

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

But there is much that is Erasmian in the spirit of their great leader, William of Orange, whose vision ranged so widely beyond the limitations of religious hatred.

From Project Gutenberg