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Huxleian

Huxleian

9.9
The ideas and way of thinking of Thomas Huxley
  • adjective
  • /ˈhʌksliən/
: huxleiano
  • Her Huxleian arguments defended scientific rationalism against dogma.

Examples

  • The Huxleian approach to science emphasizes empirical evidence.

  • The museum features a Huxleian exhibit focusing on 19th-century evolutionary theory.

  • A Huxleian perspective shaped the academic debate on natural selection.

  • Many of his theories are considered Huxleian in nature.

  • The Huxleian philosophy promotes the idea that evolutionary theory should be supported by evidence.

  • In discussions about biology, a Huxleian viewpoint often emphasizes the importance of rational thinking.

  • The seminar focused on Huxleian concepts related to the development of modern evolutionary biology.

Synonyms

Huxleyan
vsHuxleian
1 9.6

A belief in and strong support for science and evolution like Thomas Huxley

uses a general term for evolution without naming Darwin

Surface Forms

Huxleian positive

Morphology

Huxleian = Huxley (transparent) = Huxley + ian

Regular adjectival formation from the proper name 'Huxley' with '-ian', meaning 'relating to Huxley'.

Etymology

Huxleian comes from the name of the English scientist Thomas Huxley, who strongly supported Darwin and was called 'Darwin's bulldog' for his forceful defense of evolution. So, Huxleian describes ideas, arguments, or a style that are like Huxley's: scientific, pro-evolution and focused on evidence.