maieutic

Meanings

• noun

  The art or technique of helping or bringing something into existence.

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Variants

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maieutic

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'maieutikos', meaning 'midwife'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'maieutic' was first used in English in the 16th century.

2. In ancient Greece, midwives were highly respected and played an important role in society.

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Related Concepts

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1. midwifery: The professional practice of assisting women during childbirth.

2. Socratic method: A method of questioning and discussion used to stimulate critical thinking and to draw out ideas and underlying presumptions.

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Culture

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In ancient Greek philosophy, maieutic was associated with Socrates and his method of questioning, which helped to bring ideas and truths to light. In modern times, the term is used in various fields, including education and psychology, to refer to the process of facilitating learning and growth.

How to Memorize "maieutic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the image of a midwife helping to deliver a baby. Imagine the process of bringing something new into the world.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'maieutic' with the idea of facilitating growth and bringing new ideas or concepts to light.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'MAIEUTIC' to remember the definition: 'M' for midwife, 'A' for art, 'I' for technique, 'E' for helping, 'U' for bringing, 'T' for something, and 'I' for into existence, 'C' for the process.

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