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   philosophical

   /ˌfɪləˈsɒfɪkl/

   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 towards disappointments or difficulties: "he was philosophical about losing the contract" Similar calmcomposedcoolcollectedcool, calm, and collectedself-possessedserenetranquilplacidstoicalimpassivesoberdispassionatedetachedunemotionalphlegmaticunperturbedimperturbableequableunruffledpatientforbearinglong-sufferingtolerantaccommodatingindulgenteasy-goingeven-temperedrestrainedfatalisticunexcitableresignedrationallogicalrealisticpracticalinformal:unflappablenonplussedOpposite emotionalupset

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPHILOSOPHICAL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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

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

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   the study of the nature of reality and existence, of what it is possible to know, and of right and wrong behavior, or a particular set of beliefs of this type: [ C ] the philosophy of Kant. [ U ] I’d like to take a course in philosophy next semester.

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

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   4 meanings: 1. of or relating to philosophy or philosophers 2. reasonable, wise, or learned 3. calm and stoical, esp in the.... Click for more definitions.

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   Philosophical definition: of or relating to philosophy. See examples of PHILOSOPHICAL used in a sentence.

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   To be philosophical is to stay detached and thoughtful in the face of a setback, or to approach a tough situation in a level-headed way. When his girlfriend left him, Bernard was philosophical: "If she loves me, she'll return."

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    the rational investigation of the truths and principles of being, knowledge, or conduct. any of the three branches, namely natural philosophy, moral philosophy, and metaphysical philosophy, that are accepted as composing this study. a particular system of thought based on such study or investigation:

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