adiaphoron

English

Etymology

Neuter of Ancient Greek ἀδιάφορος (“indifferent”).

Noun

adiaphoron (plural adiaphora)

1. An indifferent matter.
2. (philosophy) A matter that is morally neutral.
3. (theology) Something neither forbidden nor commanded by scripture.

Related terms

• adiaphoristic, adiaphoric
• adiaphorous
• adiaphorism
• adiaphorist