augustinian

/ɔːɡˈsʌstɪniən/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of St. Augustine of Hippo, a 4th- or 5th-century Christian theologian.

“The Augustinian philosophy has a profound influence on Western Christian thought.”

2. noun

A member of a mendicant order founded in the 13th century in Spain by St. Augustine of Hippo.

“The Augustinian friar spent his life spreading Christian teachings in rural areas.”

Synonyms

  • augustin,
  • hypipian

Antonyms

  • pelagian