jeffersonian

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Definition of jeffersonian in English English dictionary

Of, or relating to Thomas Jefferson, or his political theories

A follower of Thomas Jefferson, or an advocate of his political theories

{s} pertaining to the political doctrines of Thomas Jefferson (3rd president of the United States)

{i} one who supports Thomas Jefferson or his political doctrines

Pert

Pertaining to, or characteristic of, Thomas Jefferson or his policy or political doctrines

An adherent of Jefferson or his doctrines

to, or characteristic of, Thomas Jefferson (third President of the United States) or his political doctrines, which were those of the Republicanism of his time, as opposed to those of the Federalists

relating to or characteristic of Thomas Jefferson or his principles or theories; "Jeffersonian democracy

Related Terms

jeffersonian simplicity

The absence of pomp or display which Jefferson aimed at in his administration as President (1801-1809), eschewing display or ceremony tending to distinguish the President from the people, as in going to the capital on horseback and with no escort, the abolition of court etiquette and the weekly levee, refusal to recognize titles of honor, etc

Hyphenation

Jef·fer·so·ni·an

Turkish pronunciation

cefırsōniın

Pronunciation

/ˌʤefərˈsōnēən/ /ˌʤɛfɜrˈsoʊniːən/