1. Permissive or liberal in matters of religion; not strict about doctrinal conformity.
Usage: Often used in historical contexts, especially regarding 17th–18th century Protestant theology
2. Broad-minded or tolerant in general attitudes and beliefs.

1. A person who holds liberal or permissive views, especially in religious matters.
Usage: Often used in historical contexts

Examples

• The latitudinarian clergy of the 18th century were willing to accommodate different interpretations of scripture.
• She took a latitudinarian approach to parenting, allowing her children considerable freedom.
• The latitudinarians in the church argued for greater flexibility in doctrine.
• His latitudinarian views on morality sometimes put him at odds with stricter members of the community.
• The movement attracted latitudinarians who rejected rigid theological positions.
• A latitudinarian attitude toward rules made the workplace more relaxed and creative.