English Dictionary
Definition of “philosophical”
philosophical (ˌfɪləˈsɒfɪkəll
) or philosophic
Definitions
adjective
- of or relating to philosophy or philosophers
- reasonable, wise, or learned
- calm and stoical, esp in the face of difficulties or disappointments
- (formerly) of or relating to science or natural philosophy
Alternative Forms
ˌphiloˈsophically adverb ˌphiloˈsophicalness noun
Synonyms
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stoical,
calm,
composed,
patient,
cool,
collected,
resigned,
serene,
tranquil,
sedate,
impassive,
unruffled,
imperturbable,
Quotations
"What, knocked a tooth out? Never mind, dear, laugh it off, laugh it off; it's all part of life's rich pageant"
Arthur Marshall
Usage examples
It is merely an arbitrary code devised to describe physical observations or philosophical concepts.
Asimov, Isaac, The Complete Stories Volume 2 (1995)This "Science" is thus a philosophical position, not to be confused with how scientists actually do their work.
New Scientist (2004)Reddam, who was born in Windsor, Ont., can be philosophical about the vagaries of racing.
Globe and Mail (2003)It's the social, aesthetic, artistic, philosophical issues - it's based upon real ideas of time.
Glasgow Herald (2001)Blue A blue tinge to the Head Line belongs to the philosophical thinker.
Lilian Verner-Bonds, THORSONS WAY OF - PALMISTRY (2002)
