Definition

Relating to the time or state after the fall of humankind, especially in a biblical context.

Example

The postlapsarian world is often depicted as one filled with struggle and moral challenges.

Conversation

I recently read a book about postlapsarian themes in literature.

That sounds interesting! What did you think of it?

It really made me reflect on human nature after the fall.

Yeah, those themes often reveal a lot about our struggles.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Postlapsarian → It is formed from "post-" (meaning after) and "lapsus" (meaning fall or slip). The term refers to the state of humanity after the fall from grace, specifically the biblical fall of Adam and Eve.

Memory Tip

Think of 'after' ('post-') the 'fall' ('lapsus') to remember that postlapsarian refers to the condition of humanity after the fall.

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