Metaphysical

/ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to the branch of philosophy that examines the fundamental nature of reality, including concepts such as being, existence, and the universe.

The philosopher's work focused heavily on metaphysical questions about the nature of existence.

Being abstract or theoretical; not applied or practical.

Her arguments often ventured into metaphysical territory, discussing concepts that were not easily observable.

Supernatural or transcendent; beyond the physical world.

The ancient text contained metaphysical ideas that challenged the boundaries of human understanding.

From Greek 'meta' meaning 'beyond' and 'physika' meaning 'physical'.

metaphysical poetry

A type of poetry that explores abstract themes and complex thought.

metaphysical concepts

Ideas that relate to understanding existence beyond the physical realm.

metaphysical search

An inquiry into the fundamental nature of reality.

metaphysics

A branch of philosophy that investigates principles beyond the physical world.

ontology

The study of being and existence.

epistemology

The study of knowledge and justified belief.

Out there or cosmic.

That theory is so metaphysical, it's like something from another planet.

Deep or profound.

Her thoughts were really metaphysical, like she was on a different wavelength.