Philosophiquement (en. Philosophically)
/filozɔfikmɑ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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adverb
In a manner that is related to philosophy.
He analyzed the problem philosophically.
Il a analysé le problème philosophiquement.
By considering philosophical principles or ideas.
Philosophically, this question raises ethical issues.
Philosophiquement, cette question soulève des enjeux éthiques.
With deep and systematic reflection.
We must approach this situation philosophically.
Nous devons aborder cette situation philosophiquement.
Based on a philosophical perspective.
Philosophically, one could say that everything is relative.
Philosophiquement, on pourrait dire que tout est relatif.
Etymology
From the word 'philosophy' and the suffix '-ically' which forms adverbs.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to see things philosophically
To look at a situation with a philosophical perspective.
voir les choses philosophiquement
to think philosophically
To engage in deep reflection on a question.
penser philosophiquement
to approach a subject philosophically
To treat a subject by considering its philosophical aspects.
aborder un sujet philosophiquement
Related Words
philosophy
The set of reflections on fundamental questions of existence, knowledge, and values.
philosophie
philosopher
A person who studies philosophical principles and ideas.
philosophe
philosophical
Pertaining to philosophy; having a philosophical perspective.
philosophique
Slang Meanings
To think about problems in an abstract way.
He always makes philosophical reflections in the evening, it's his style.
Il fait toujours des réflexions philosophique en soirée, c'est son style.
To use philosophy to justify actions.
She tried to justify her selfish choice philosophically.
Elle a essayé de se justifier philosophiquement pour son choix égoïste.