Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trivium
Noun
/ˈtrɪviəm/
Definition
The trivium is a foundational concept of classical education that consists of three subjects: grammar, rhetoric, and logic.
Examples
- The trivium was essential to the education of students in the Middle Ages.
- Many modern educational systems still incorporate the principles of the trivium.
- Students learn grammar, rhetoric, and logic as part of the trivium to develop critical thinking skills.
Meaning
The trivium focuses on the basic skills of learning and communication, teaching students how to read, write, and reason effectively.
Synonyms
- threefold
- triplet
- trio
