Socrates is pronounced "so-CRA-tease" not "SOCK-ruh-tis". Most people don't realise this and don't care to.
by Cesco November 26, 2006
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An ancient Greek sophist who claimed to be a philosopher. It is often overlooked by the general homophobic public that Socrates' dialogs were often erotic in nature. Socrates was in general an asshole.

Pretentious first year university student:

Have you heard of the genius that is Socrates?

Normal person:

You mean that guy who liked to have butt sex while asking too many questions?
by Hollywood Halk September 16, 2008
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An ancient Greek Philosopher who is the subject of many disputes regarding whether you can read his work.
The answer is yes you can.
"Oh man i read some great Socrates over the weekend"
" That's so Socrates"
by PlatoGurls August 24, 2013
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The adjective meaning "like Socrates" or "Socrates-like". Usually applied to nouns that are involved in critical thinking.
The Socratic Method involves asking and answering questions to stimulate critical thinking and to draw out ideas and underlying presumptions.
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An ancient greek philosopher who lived from 470-399 bc. He revolutionized western thinking, and was known for asking "why" in many discussions.He was convicted and put to death for corrupting the youth in Athens, during which he cooperated with the law, and did not denying his beliefs. He is also known for being the teacher of Plato
"I know you won't believe me, but the highest form of Human Excellence is to question oneself and others."
-Socrates
by frsky June 27, 2007
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1) Fantastic and underrated band from Cranford / Linden, New Jersey currently signed to Drive-Thru Records, on which they released Lunch For The Sky.

They are currently a 4 piece consisting of Duane F. Okun, Kevin G. Bryan II, Thomas Patrick Stratton and Vincent D'Amico. Bassist Adam Swider left the group in May, 2006.

2) A method invented by Greek Philosopher Socrates.
1) I'll extend my arms out to learn a lesson that no teachers teach on how to admire the morning in case this is the last one that I'll ever see. - Socratic

2) Makes no sense to me - Me
by Tommyhaych July 14, 2006
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The noblest and the wisest and most just.
Socrates, I still wait for a philosopher king.
by Cagon September 9, 2005
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