latitudinarianism

lat·i·tu·di·nar·i·an  (lt-tdn-âr-n, -tyd-)

adj.

Holding or expressing broad or tolerant views, especially in religious matters.

n. Latitudinarian

A member of a group of Anglican Christians active from the 17th through the 19th century who were opposed to dogmatic positions of the Church of England and allowed reason to inform theological interpretation and judgment.

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[Latin ltitd, ltitdin-, latitude; see latitude + -arian.]

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lati·tudi·nari·an n.

lati·tudi·nari·an·ism n.

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latitudinarianism

tolerance or broadmindedness, especially in matters of religion; the liberal interpretation of beliefs or doctrines. — latitudinarian, n., adj.

See also: Religion

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tolerance or broadmindedness, especially in matters of religion; the liberal interpretation of beliefs or doctrines. — latitudinarian, n., adj.

See also: Attitudes