philosophical

adjective
UK: /ˌfɪləˈsɒfɪkəl/
US: /ˌfɪləˈsɑːfɪkəl/

  1. Relating to the study of philosophy.

    1. He has philosophical views.
    2. The book delves into philosophical questions about the meaning of life.

  2. Having a calm and thoughtful attitude towards difficulties or disappointments.

    1. She was very philosophical about losing.
    2. He took a philosophical approach to the challenges he faced at work.

  3. Characterized by deep thought; thoughtful.

    1. He wrote a philosophical poem.
    2. The movie presents a philosophical exploration of human nature.

Synonyms

thoughtful serene logical reflective composed contemplative rational
philosophical adverb

  1. Expressing a philosophical viewpoint.

    1. He spoke philosophically.
    2. She philosophically considered her life's accomplishments.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "philosophical" in English means: Relating to the study of philosophy., Having a calm and thoughtful attitude towards difficulties or disappointments., Characterized by deep thought; thoughtful..

The phonetic transcription of "philosophical" is /ˌfɪləˈsɒfɪkəl/ in British English and /ˌfɪləˈsɑːfɪkəl/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "philosophical": thoughtful, serene, logical, reflective, composed, contemplative, rational.

Example usage of "philosophical": "He has philosophical views.". More examples on the page.