platonic

/pləˈtɒnɪk/ /pləˈtɔnɪk/

Meanings

adjective

Of or relating to the ancient Greek philosopher Plato or his philosophies.

Examples :

"The professor's lecture focused on platonic ideas about the ideal society. "

adjective

Neither sexual nor romantic in nature; being or exhibiting platonic love.

Examples :

"They are good friends, but their relationship is strictly platonic."

philosophy character human mind society being moral attitude emotion soul sex

Related Words

romantic adjective

/ɹə-/ /ɹoʊˈmæn(t)ɪk/

Of or dealing with languages or cultures derived from Roman influence and Latin: Italian, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Romanian, Catalan, Occitan, Corsican, etc.

"My history teacher explained the romantic languages, like French and Spanish, in class today. "

lecture noun

/ˈlɛk.t͡ʃə/ /ˈlɛk.t͡ʃɚ/

A spoken lesson or exposition, usually delivered to a group.

"During class today the professor delivered an interesting lecture."

strictly adverb

/ˈstɹɪktli/

In a strict manner.

"He adhered strictly to the diet his doctor prescribed."

philosopher noun

/fɪˈlɒs.ə.fə(ɹ)/ /fəˈlɑsəfəɹ/

A lover of wisdom.

"My teacher is a philosopher; she always encourages us to think deeply about the world and how we can be better people. "

philosophies noun

/fɪˈlɒsəfiz/ /fəˈlɒsəfiz/

The love of wisdom.

"Different philosophies on raising children can lead to disagreements between parents and grandparents. "

professor noun

/pɹəˈfɛsə/ /pɹəˈfɛsɚ/

The most senior rank for an academic at a university or similar institution, informally also known as "full professor." Abbreviated Prof.

"Professor Smith, the head of the history department, gave a fascinating lecture on the Roman Empire. "

ancient noun

/ˈeɪn.ʃənt/

A person who is very old.

"The ancient librarian was known for her vast knowledge of history. "

exhibiting verb

/ɪɡˈzɪbɪtɪŋ/ /ɛɡˈzɪbɪtɪŋ/

To display or show (something) for others to see, especially at an exhibition or contest.

"He wanted to exhibit his baseball cards."

society noun

/səˈsaɪ.ə.ti/

A long-standing group of people sharing cultural aspects such as language, dress, norms of behavior and artistic forms.

"This society has been known for centuries for its colorful clothing and tight-knit family structure."

relating verb

/rɪˈleɪtɪŋ/ /ˈriːleɪtɪŋ/

To tell in a descriptive way.

"Please relate the circumstances of your journey here today."

focused verb

/ˈfoʊkəst/ /ˈfoʊkəsd/

(followed by on or upon) To concentrate one's attention.

"I have to focus on my work."

relationship noun

/ɹɪˈleɪʃ(ə)nʃɪp/ /ɹɪˈleɪʃənˌʃɪp/

Connection or association; the condition of being related.

"My teacher has a good relationship with all her students. "