doxography

/ˌdoʊksoʊˈɡræfi/

Definitions

1. noun

The study or history of the teachings and writings of a particular person or school of thought, especially ancient Greek philosophers.

“The scholar was an expert in doxography, able to trace the development of Plato’s philosophy.”

2. noun

A collection of biographical and bibliographical information about a particular person or school of thought.

“The doxography of Aristotle contains a wealth of information about his life and works.”

Synonyms

  • bibliography
  • biography

Antonyms

  • antilegomena