Synonyms for philosophy

Synonyms for (noun) philosophy

Synonyms: school of thought, doctrine, ism, philosophical system, philosophy

Definition: a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school

Similar words: belief

Definition: any cognitive content held as true


Synonyms: philosophy

Definition: any personal belief about how to live or how to deal with a situation

Usage: self-indulgence was his only philosophy; my father's philosophy of child-rearing was to let mother do it

Similar words: belief

Definition: any cognitive content held as true


Synonyms: philosophy

Definition: the rational investigation of questions about existence and knowledge and ethics

Similar words: arts, humanistic discipline, humanities, liberal arts

Definition: studies intended to provide general knowledge and intellectual skills (rather than occupational or professional skills)

Usage: the college of arts and sciences


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