kɑːrˈlɪliən

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Thomas Carlyle, a Scottish historian and philosopher, or his ideas and writings.

“The Carlyleian influence on the Victorian era’s literature and art is still studied today.”

2. noun

a follower or admirer of Carlyle’s ideas or a member of the Carlyle circle.

“As a young man, he was part of the Carlyleian group in London, where he met influential writers and thinkers.”