Gnostic
/ˈnɒs.tɪk/noun
Relating to knowledge, especially esoteric spiritual knowledge.
Did you know?The term 'Gnostic' comes from the Greek word for knowledge, 'gnosis', which was seen as a mystical understanding of the divine world, often in opposition to orthodox beliefs.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
γνῶσις
“knowledge, especially of spiritual truths.”
2nd Century
Greek
Γνωστικός
“pertaining to those who possess secret knowledge.”
Medieval Latin
Latin
gnosticus
“of or pertaining to knowledge or the knowing.”
Modern English
English
gnostic
“related to a mystical knowledge or spiritual insight.”