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Philosophy
Definitions
(2)
1
noun
The
study
of
the
fundamental
nature
of
knowledge
,
reality
,
and
existence
,
especially
when
considered
as
an
academic
discipline
.
She
decided
to
major
in
philosophy
at
university
.
Philosophy
helps
us
understand
the
principles
underlying
human
thought
.
The
professor's
lecture
on
ancient
philosophy
was
fascinating
.
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2
noun
A
particular
set
of
ideas
or
beliefs
about
how
to
live
or
how
to
deal
with
a
particular
situation
.
His
philosophy
of
life
is
to
live
each
day
to
the
fullest
.
The
company's
philosophy
emphasizes
customer
satisfaction
.
She
follows
a
philosophy
of
kindness
and
empathy
in
her
interactions
.
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Word Origin
Language
Greek
Original word
philosophia
Word parts
philo (loving) + sophia (wisdom)
Originally meant
love of wisdom
Background
The term 'philosophy' originated in ancient Greece, where it was used to describe the pursuit of wisdom and knowledge. Philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle laid the foundations of Western philosophy.