Philosophic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌfɪləˈsɒfɪk/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Philosophic is an adjective meaning Synonym of philosophical.
Meaning
Synonym of philosophical.
Example Sentences
’Tis certain, that, while we aſpire to the magnanimous Firmneſs of the philoſophic Sage, and endeavour to confine our Pleaſures altogether within our own Minds, we may, at laſt, render our Philoſophy, like that of Epictetus and other Stoics, only a more refin’d Syſtem of Selfiſhneſs, and reaſon ourſelves out of all Virtue, as well as ſocial Enjoyment.
Word Forms
- philosophick
Synonyms for philosophic
Depending on context, synonyms include philosophical, unemotional, ideological.
Antonyms for philosophic
Common opposites include nonphilosophic, nonphilosophical.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include philosophical, ideological, unemotional, theoretical, speculative, thoughtful.
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