Definition

A note or comment that explains or adds to a text, often found in academic or mathematical works.

Example

The professor included a scholium to clarify his argument in the paper.

Conversation

I was reading that old Greek text, and I found a really interesting scholium in the margins.

Oh, those marginal notes can be so insightful! What did it say?

It explained a part of the argument that I didn't quite understand before.

That's awesome! I love discovering those little comments that clarify things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scholium is derived from the Greek word "scholion" (σχόλιον), which is a diminutive form of "scholē" (σχολή), meaning leisure or discussion. The suffix "-ium" is often used in Latin to form nouns. Thus, a scholium refers to a brief commentary or explanation, typically added to a text, often in a scholarly context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'scholē' meaning leisure or discussion, which helps you remember that a 'scholium' is a commentary or explanation added to a text, often for scholarly purposes.

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