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philosophy

UK
/fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/
US
/fəˈlɑː.sə.fi/

Translations

philosophynoun
philosophies
pl
philosophieEnsemble d’idées, de principes ou de valeurs.
His personal philosophy is to live life to the fullest and embrace every opportunity.
Sa philosophie personnelle est de vivre pleinement sa vie et de saisir chaque occasion.
She decided to major in philosophy to explore the big questions about life and the universe.
Elle a décidé de se spécialiser en philosophie pour explorer les grandes questions sur la vie et l’univers.
Additional translations
philosophieSens rare ; calme détaché face à l’adversité.
philosophieSens spécialisé ; doctrine ou courant de pensée.
philosophieDans le domaine des sciences et des disciplines spécialisées.
Synonyms
doctrine
ideology
belief
theory
system of thought
perspective
worldview
principle
philosophyadjective
UK
/fɪˈlɒs.ə.fi/
US
/fəˈlɑː.sə.fi/
Attributive use of the noun to modify another noun (e.g., "philosophy department").
philosophiqueEmploi attributif.
The university is building a new philosophy building on campus.
L’université construit un nouveau bâtiment philosophique sur le campus.
Synonyms
philosophical
theoretical
speculative
reflective
abstract
metaphysical
ideological
intellectual
contemplative

Definitions

philosophynoun
The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence, especially when considered as an academic discipline.
She decided to major in philosophy to explore the big questions about life and the universe.
A particular system of philosophical thought.
The philosophy of existentialism focuses on individual freedom and choice.
The study of the theoretical basis of a particular branch of knowledge or experience.
The philosophy of science examines the methods and principles underlying scientific inquiry.
A set of views or beliefs about life and the universe, often held by an individual or group.
His personal philosophy is to live life to the fullest and embrace every opportunity.
Calmness or resignation in the face of difficulty or disappointment; equanimity.
He accepted the sudden change of plans with remarkable philosophy.
philosophyadjective
Attributively: relating to or concerned with the subject of philosophy.
The university is building a new philosophy building on campus.
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