catoism

/ˈkætoɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a doctrine of stoic philosophy that a person should be guided by reason rather than emotion

“The professor discussed the principles of catoism and its influence on Roman thought.”

2. noun

a system of philosophy based on the teachings of the Roman statesman Cato the Younger, emphasizing Stoic virtues and a strict moral code

“The historian explored the origins of catoism and its spread throughout ancient Rome.”

Synonyms

  • cynicism
  • stoicism

Antonyms

  • hedonism