English Explanatory Dictionary

Pelagian

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of or pertaining to Pelagius (circa 354–420/440), an ascetic who denied the need for divine aid in performing good works.
noun
  1. A supporter of the doctrines of Pelagius.
adj
  1. Only used in Pelagian Islands
adj
  1. Of or pertaining to the open sea.

Pronunciation

/pəˈleɪd͡ʒiən/

Word forms

Pelagian more Pelagian most Pelagian Pelagians

Etymology

From Pelagius + -ian.

Synonyms

pelagic

Derived words

Pelagianism Pelagianist Pelagianize Semipelagian Semipelagianism Pelagian Islands
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