Definitions

1. noun

a theory or system of ideas based on the doctrine that the vital principle of living organisms is a form of air or breath

“The philosopher’s work was a form of pneumatism that tried to explain the human soul.”

2. noun

a theory or practice of spiritualism or mysticism, especially in relation to the soul or spirit

“The medium’s lectures were a form of pneumatism that focused on the afterlife.”

3. noun

a theory or system of ideas based on the doctrine that living organisms are influenced by external air or atmospheric conditions

“The scientist’s research was based on the principles of pneumatism, which sought to understand the effects of weather on human behavior.”