HOBBESIAN

PRONUNCIATION: (HOB-zee-uhn)

MEANING: adjective:
1. Of or relating to Thomas Hobbes or his ideas.
2. Grim, selfish, unrestrained, etc.

ETYMOLOGY: After English philosopher and author Thomas Hobbes (1588-1679), who in his book Leviathan displayed a grim, dog-eat-dog view of human nature. Earliest documented use: 1776.
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HOBBESICAN - Calvin's declaration of quiet confidence

HOBOESIAN - like a vagrant

HOBBLESIAN - limping