Doxographical

/dɒksəɡˈræfɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of a doxographer or the practice of recording philosophical opinions and doctrines.

Etymology

From 'doxographer' plus the adjective suffix -ical, forming an adjective describing work in this tradition.

Kelly Says

Scholars often call early writings about philosophy 'doxographical' to signal that they're summaries of opinions rather than original arguments—a way of being honest about what kind of source you're using.

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