Meaning & use
Exoteric
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Intended for or understood by the general public; not limited to a select or specialized group.
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The philosopher wrote exoteric essays for the public alongside more technical works meant only for scholars.
The exoteric teachings of the school were open to all, unlike its secretive inner doctrines.
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The direct opposite of 'esoteric,' this word is most often used in discussions of philosophy and religious teaching.
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