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| Cyn·ic [ sínnik ] |
noun (plural Cyn·ics) |
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ancient Greek philosopher: a member of a group of ancient Greek philosophers who believed that virtue is the only good and that the only means of achieving it is self-control. The sect was founded by Antisthenes in the 4th century bc.
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relating to Cynics: belonging to, characteristic of, or relating to the Cynics
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| [Mid-16th century. Via Latin< Greek Kunikos] |
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