Girardian

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or relating to French-American philosopher René Girard (1923–2015), or his works. uncommon

    "Is violence really "the only language they understand" he asks, his thoughts turning back to ask about the role of forgiveness. It is a classic piece of Girardian writing."

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"Is violence really "the only language they understand" he asks, his thoughts turning back to ask about the role of forgiveness. It is a classic piece of Girardian writing."

Etymology

From Girard + -ian.

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