Apollonianism
/ˌæpəˈloʊniəˌnɪzəm/noun
The quality, doctrine, or state of being Apollonian; especially an emphasis on order, harmony, clarity, and restraint.
Did you know?The Apollonian/Dionysian contrast was made famous in modern philosophy, but the word’s power comes from Apollo’s ancient role as a god associated with light, measure, and prophetic authority, not just beauty.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
Apóllōn (Ἀπόλλων)
“Apollo, the Greek god of light, music, prophecy, healing, and order”
Latin
Latin
Apollōniānus
“Pertaining to Apollo”
Late 19th Century
English
Apollonian
“Relating to Apollo; later, marked by order, reason, and self-restraint”
Late 19th Century
English
Apollonianism
“The doctrine or quality of being Apollonian”