Meaning & Definition of Philosophical in English
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Philosophical
/fɪləsɑfɪkəl/
adjective
1. Of or relating to philosophy or philosophers
- "Philosophical writing"
- "A considerable knowledge of philosophical terminology"
synonym:
- philosophic,
- philosophical
2. Characterized by the attitude of a philosopher
- Meeting trouble with level-headed detachment
- "Philosophical resignation"
- "A philosophic attitude toward life"
synonym:
- philosophical,
- philosophic
Examples of using
Nothing appears more surprising to those, who consider human affairs with a philosophical eye, than the easiness with which the many are governed by the few; and the implicit submission, with which men resign their own sentiments and passions to those of their rulers.
He's quite philosophical about his demotion.