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   Phil·o·soph·i·cal

   /ˌfiləˈsäfək(ə)l/

   

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   • 1. relating or devoted to the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence: "philosophical discussions about free will" Similar theoreticalanalyticalrationalmetaphysicallogicalreasonedesotericscholarlyerudite
   • 2. having or showing a calm attitude toward disappointments or difficulties: "he was philosophical about losing the contract" Similar calmcomposedcoolcollectedcool, calm, and collectedself-possessedserenetranquilplacidstoicalimpassivesoberdispassionatedetachedunemotionalphlegmaticunperturbedimperturbableequableunruffledpatientforbearinglong-sufferingtolerantaccommodatingindulgenteasygoingeven-temperedrestrainedfatalisticunexcitableresignedrationallogicalrealisticpracticalinformal:unflappablenonplussedOpposite emotionalupset

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › philosophicPhilosophical Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of PHILOSOPHICAL is of or relating to philosophers or philosophy. How to use philosophical in a sentence.

3. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › PhilosophyPhilosophy - Wikipedia

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   Philosophy. Philosophy ( φιλοσοφία, 'love of wisdom', in Ancient Greek) is a systematic study of general and fundamental questions concerning topics like existence, reason, knowledge, value, mind, and language. It is a rational and critical inquiry that reflects on its own methods and assumptions.

4. plato.stanford.eduStanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy

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   Browse. Table of Contents. What's New Archives Random Entry. The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy organizes scholars from around the world in philosophy and related disciplines to create and maintain an up-to-date reference work. Co-Principal Editors:Edward N. Zalta and Uri Nodelman. Masthead | Editorial Board.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › philosophicalPHILOSOPHICAL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   PHILOSOPHICAL definition: 1. relating to the study or writing of philosophy: 2. If you are philosophical in your reaction to…. Learn more.

6. www.britannica.com › topic › philosophyPhilosophy | Definition, Systems, Fields, Schools ...

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   May 3, 2024 · philosophy, (from Greek, by way of Latin, philosophia, “love of wisdom”) the rational, abstract, and methodical consideration of reality as a whole or of fundamental dimensions of human existence and experience. Philosophical inquiry is a central element in the intellectual history of many civilizations.

7. openstax.org › books › introduction-philosophy1.1 What Is Philosophy? - Introduction to Philosophy | OpenStax

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   It is difficult to define philosophy. In fact, to do so is itself a philosophical activity, since philosophers are attempting to gain the broadest and most fundamental conception of the world as it exists. The world includes nature, consciousness, morality, beauty, and social organizations.

8. iep.utm.eduInternet Encyclopedia of Philosophy | An encyclopedia of ...

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   An encyclopedia of philosophy articles written by professional philosophers. About; Editors; Desired Articles; Submissions; Volunteer; Stay Connected