philodemic

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek. By surface analysis, philo- +‎ demos +‎ -ic.

Pronunciation

Rhymes: -ɛmɪk

Adjective

philodemic (comparative more philodemic, superlative most philodemic)

Having a love for the people.
- 1994, Gregory Vlastos, Myles Burnyeat, Socratic Studies, page 106:
  The lot was vulnerable to criticism on philodemic grounds.
Of or relating to the Philodemic Society of Georgetown University.

Usage notes

Now mainly seen in the name of the Philodemic Society (founded 1830), a student debating organization at Georgetown University.

Related terms

Philodemician

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