voltairianism

voltairianism
\\ ̷ ̷ˈ ̷ ̷rēəˌnizəm\ noun (-s)
Usage: usually capitalized
Etymology: Voltaire died 1778 French writer + English -ianism (as in trinitarianism)
: the theories or practices of Voltaire characterized by a skeptical but deistic religious attitude, opposition to intolerance, and castigation of bigotry

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Voltairˈianism, Voltairˈeanism or Voltairˈism noun
The spirit of Voltaire, ie a sceptical and sarcastic attitude, esp towards Christianity, or an instance of this, or adherence to his doctrines
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Main Entry: ↑Voltairian

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