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philosophy

Definition

  • noun: the study of ideas about knowledge, truth, the nature and meaning of life, etc.
  • noun: all learning exclusive of technical precepts and practical arts
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: equanimity, fortitude, stoicism

Examples

  • His 'philosophy of life' [=his way of living] is to treat people as he would like to be treated.

  • My 'philosophy' is to live and let live. [=let other people live the way they want to]

  • Her main cooking 'philosophy' is to use only fresh ingredients.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Ok. Come on! You're fired. l'm sorry. l won lunch! Good philosophy! See Good in Bad, l like that. Hello? Korben! Can't you punch my number? Hi, Mom! (..)
    1997 The Fifth Element