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   Phil·o·soph·i·cal

   /ˌfiləˈsäfək(ə)l/

   

   adjective

   • 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. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPHILOSOPHICAL definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

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

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › philosophyPhilosophy Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   philosophy. noun. phi· los· o· phy fə-ˈläs- (ə-)fē. plural philosophies. 1. : the study of the basic ideas about knowledge, truth, right and wrong, religion, and the nature and meaning of life. 2. : the philosophical teachings or principles of a person or group. Greek philosophy.

4. www.britannica.com › topic › philosophyPhilosophy | Definition, Systems, Fields, Schools, & Biographies

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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.

5. www.dictionary.com › browse › philosophicalPHILOSOPHICAL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   of or relating to philosophy: philosophical studies. versed in or occupied with philosophy. proper to or befitting a philosopher. rationally or sensibly calm, patient, or composed. Rare. of or relating to natural philosophy or physical science. philosophical.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishphilosophical adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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   Check pronunciation: philosophical. Definition of philosophical adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPHILOSOPHICAL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   4 days ago · 1. of or relating to philosophy or philosophers. 2. reasonable, wise, or learned. 3. calm and stoical, esp in the face of difficulties or disappointments. 4. (formerly) of or relating to science or natural philosophy. Collins English Dictionary.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › philosophicalPhilosophical - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   of or relating to philosophy or philosophers. “ philosophical writing”. “a considerable knowledge of philosophical terminology”. synonyms: philosophic. adjective. characterized by the attitude of a philosopher; meeting trouble with level-headed detachment. “ philosophical resignation”. synonyms: philosophic. unemotional.