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    philosophy
    /fɪˈlɒsəfi/

    noun

    • 1. the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline.
    • 2. a theory or attitude that acts as a guiding principle for behaviour: "don't expect anything and you won't be disappointed, that's my philosophy" Similar beliefscredofaithconvictions

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

    An early approach found in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy is that philosophy is the spiritual practice of developing one's rational capacities. [35] This practice is an expression of the philosopher's love of wisdom and has the aim of improving one's well-being by leading a reflective life. [36]

  3. www.philosophy-foundation.org › what-is-philosophyWhat is Philosophy?

    The short answer Philosophy is a way of thinking about certain subjects such as ethics, thought, existence, time, meaning and value. That 'way of thinking' involves 4 Rs: r esponsiveness, r eflection, r eason and r e-evaluation. The aim is to deepen understanding.

  4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPHILOSOPHY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    PHILOSOPHY definition: 1. the use of reason in understanding such things as the nature of the real world and existence…. Learn more.

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

    Philosophy is the rational, abstract, and methodical consideration of reality as a whole or of basic dimensions of human existence and experience.

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

    The meaning of PHILOSOPHY is all learning exclusive of technical precepts and practical arts. How to use philosophy in a sentence.

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

    One way to begin to understand philosophy is to look at its history. The historical origins of philosophical thinking and exploration vary around the gl...

  8. www.dictionary.com › browse › philosophyPHILOSOPHY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    philosophy. A study that attempts to discover the fundamental principles of the sciences, the arts, and the world that the sciences and arts deal with; the word philosophy is from the Greek for “love of wisdom.”

  9. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryPHILOSOPHY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    noun. us / fɪˈlɑː.sə.fi / uk / fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi / Add to word list. B2 [ U ] the use of reason in understanding such things as the nature of the real world and existence, the use and limits of knowledge, and the principles of moral judgment: René Descartes is regarded as the founder of modern philosophy. See also. PhD. the philosophy of something.

  10. plato.stanford.eduStanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy

    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.

  11. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishphilosophy noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Definition of philosophy noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.