adjective
- Permissive or liberal in matters of religion; not strict about doctrinal conformity.
- Broad-minded or tolerant in general attitudes and beliefs.
Usage: Often used in historical contexts, especially regarding 17th–18th century Protestant theology
noun
- A person who holds liberal or permissive views, especially in religious matters.
Usage: Often used in historical contexts
Examples
- The latitudinarian clergy of the 18th century were willing to accommodate different interpretations of scripture.
- She took a latitudinarian approach to parenting, allowing her children considerable freedom.
- The latitudinarians in the church argued for greater flexibility in doctrine.
- His latitudinarian views on morality sometimes put him at odds with stricter members of the community.
- The movement attracted latitudinarians who rejected rigid theological positions.
- A latitudinarian attitude toward rules made the workplace more relaxed and creative.