Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
casuist
noun
/ˈkæʒ.ju.ɪst/
Definition
A person who resolves moral problems by applying general ethical principles to specific cases.
Examples
- The casuist carefully examined the details of the situation before offering advice.
- In discussions of ethics, the role of the casuist often leads to debates over moral relativism.
Meaning
Casuists analyze complex ethical dilemmas and decisions by determining the rules that govern various situations.
Synonyms
- Ethicist
- Moralist
- Philosopher
