Godwinian

adjective

God·​win·​i·​an (ˈ)gä¦dwinēən 

: of, relating to, or having the characteristics of William Godwin or his writings

Word History

Etymology

William Godwin †1836 English philosopher + English -ian

First Known Use

1798, in the meaning defined above

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Rhymes for Godwinian

• darwinian
• socinian
• augustinian
• linnean