Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

paracelsus

Proper Noun

/ˌpær.əˈsɛl.səs/

Definition

Paracelsus was a Swiss physician and alchemist of the Renaissance period, known for his contributions to medicine and chemistry, advocating for the use of chemical remedies.

Examples

Paracelsus is often regarded as the father of toxicology.
Many of Paracelsus’s theories laid the groundwork for modern medicine.

Meaning

The term refers to the influential figure Paracelsus, who believed in the importance of observation in medicine and challenged established medical practices of his time.