Definition

A group of subjects that includes grammar, logic, and rhetoric, which were taught in medieval schools as the foundation of education.

Example

In medieval times, students studied the trivium to gain essential skills in communication and reasoning.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term trivium?

Yeah, I think it refers to the basics of grammar, logic, and rhetoric.

Exactly! It's fascinating how those subjects were taught together.

I agree, it really shows how important communication skills were back then.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Trivium → It is formed from "tri-" (meaning three) and "via" (meaning way or road). The term originally referred to the three foundational subjects of grammar, rhetoric, and logic in medieval education, symbolizing the three ways of learning.

Memory Tip

Think of 'three ways' ('tri-' means three and 'via' means way) to remember that 'trivium' refers to the three foundational subjects in education.

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