Essenic

/ɛˈsɛnɪk/ adjective

Definition

Of, relating to, or characteristic of the Essenes or their beliefs, practices, and community organization.

Etymology

From Essene + -ic (Greek suffix meaning 'of or relating to'). Similar in meaning to essenian but using a Greek adjectival suffix.

Kelly Says

Both 'essenic' and 'essenian' exist for the same meaning—this shows English allowing multiple suffix options for descriptive words, especially with ancient peoples!

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