Meaning of chrematist | Babel Free

Definitions

1. One who studies or guides the wealth of the state; a political economist.
2. One who seeks to acquire wealth; a money-grubber.

Examples

“An augmentation of production is generally considered as an addition to national wealth ; and it is on this ground that all nations, under the guidance of the Chrematists, are making such strenuous efforts to increase⟳ their agricultural and manufactured produce⟳.”

“They complained to Apollonius but Apollonius was not able to appear⟳ personally and sent a judge⟳, the chrematist Peton, before whose court the peasants had to appear⟳.”

“In the letter he gives Leon good news about the condemnation of their opponents by the chrematists, and states that the king will hear⟳ the case.”

“The great philosopher Thales of Miletus was a part-time chrematist. According to Aristotle, Thales was reproached with his personal poverty as clear evidence that his philosophy was of no use⟳: 'Thales, if you're so smart, how come⟳ you ain't rich?"”

“In this scene he seems to generate⟳ money out of itself, like⟳ Aristotle's exploitative usurer or chrematist.”

“Unlimited accumulation is the goal of the chrematist and is evidence for Aristotle of the unnaturalness of the activity.”

“The chrematist is a harsh employer and partner, for he will use⟳ any means to maximise his targets.”

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