quodlibetz

/ˈkwɒdliːbɛts/

Definitions

1. noun

A frivolous or frivolously argued question.

“The professor was famous for asking quodlibets to his students to test their critical thinking skills.”

2. noun

A medieval theological exercise in which a student would argue both sides of a proposition, often in a humorous or satirical manner.

“The medieval scholar’s quodlibet on the nature of God’s existence sparked a heated debate among his peers.”

Synonyms

  • frivolous question
  • paradox

Antonyms

  • certainty
  • serious question