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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

platonic

/ˈplætɒnɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does platonic mean?

adjective

Relating to or characteristic of Plato or his philosophy, especially in being abstract and non-physical; platonic love is a type of love that is non-physical and non-sexual.

Example

"The artist's platonic depiction of the cityscape was a beautiful representation of the urban landscape."

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