jeffersonian

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or adhering to the political principles of Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States, who believed in strict construction of the Constitution, limited government, and individual liberty.

  - "Jeffersonian democracy emphasizes individual freedoms and a limited government."
  - "The Jeffersonian Republicans advocated for states' rights and a strict interpretation of the Constitution."

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Variants

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Jeffersonian , Jeffersonians , Jefferson , Thomas Jefferson

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Etymology

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Derived from the name of Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States (1801-1809)

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Trivia

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1. Thomas Jefferson was the first president to be inaugurated in Washington, D.C.

2. Jefferson was also the first president to have his cabinet meetings in the White House

3. Thomas Jefferson was the author of the Declaration of Independence and the third president of the United States

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1. Classical liberalism: Jeffersonian ideas are considered an early form of classical liberalism, emphasizing individual liberties, limited government, and free markets.

2. Democratic-Republican Party: The Democratic-Republican Party, which emerged during Jefferson's presidency, advocated for states' rights, a strict interpretation of the Constitution, and a limited federal government.

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Culture

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Thomas Jefferson is known for his role in drafting the Declaration of Independence and his advocacy for individual liberties, states' rights, and a strict interpretation of the Constitution. He is also known for his love of architecture and horticulture.

How to Memorize "jeffersonian"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize Thomas Jefferson writing the Declaration of Independence or envision a Monticello-like plantation with a dome-shaped building (Jefferson's architectural design).

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'Jeffersonian' with the ideas of individual liberties, limited government, and states' rights.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'Jefferson's Jams' for Jeffersonian, as he was also known for his love of gardening and horticulture.

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