galenism

/ˈɡælɪnɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a philosophical system, especially in medicine and biology, based on the teachings of Galen or Galenist principles, often characterized as a revival or reinterpretation of Galenic thought

“The doctor’s approach to medicine was heavily influenced by the principles of Galenism.”

Synonyms

  • Galenism
  • Galenist
  • Hippocratic

Antonyms

  • allopathy