Metaphysics

/ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪks/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The branch of philosophy that explores the fundamental nature of reality, including concepts such as being, existence, and the universe.

He dedicated his life to studying metaphysics, seeking to understand the nature of existence.

A theory or belief that explains or interprets the fundamental nature of reality beyond the physical.

Her metaphysics suggested that consciousness is not merely a product of brain activity.

In a more abstract sense, the underlying principles or theories that govern a particular field or discipline.

The metaphysics of economics provides a framework for understanding market behaviors.

The base or underlying structure of something.

The novel delves into the metaphysics of love and how it influences human relationships.

From the Greek 'metaphysika', meaning 'that which comes after physics'.

metaphysical poetry

A genre of poetry that explores themes of love, religion, and existence through complex ideas.

metaphysical dilemma

A philosophical paradox concerning existence or reality.

metaphysical reality

A concept referring to a level of existence beyond the physical world.

ontology

The study of being and existence.

epistemology

The study of knowledge and justified belief.

cosmology

The science of the origin and development of the universe.

Deep thoughts or abstract concepts that are hard to grasp.

His speech was so metaphysical that nobody quite understood it.

Relating to otherworldly or mystical ideas.

They discussed metaphysical topics like time travel and parallel universes.