Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Socrates
Proper noun
/ˈsɒkrəˌtiːz/
Definition
Socrates was a classical Greek philosopher credited as one of the founders of Western philosophy.
Examples
- Socrates famously stated, ‘The unexamined life is not worth living.’
- Many of Socrates’ ideas were recorded by his student Plato.
- He was put on trial and executed for allegedly corrupting the youth of Athens.
Meaning
He is known for his contributions to ethics and epistemology and for his method of inquiry known as the Socratic method.
Synonyms
- Philosopher
- Thinker
- Moralist
