/sɒkrəˈteɪkəl/ SOK-ruh-TAY-kəl

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Socrates or his method, especially of questioning to encourage critical thinking and expose assumptions

“The professor’s socratical approach to teaching philosophy helped students develop their critical thinking skills.”

2. noun

a person who uses the Socratic method

“The teacher was a skilled socratical, guiding her students through a thought-provoking discussion.”