Philosophically

Philosophically
Philosophic Phil`o*soph"ic, Philosophical Phil`o*soph"ic*al, a. [L. philosophicus: cf. F. philosophique.] Of or pertaining to philosophy; versed in, or imbued with, the principles of philosophy; hence, characterizing a philosopher; rational; wise; temperate; calm; cool. -- {Phil`o*soph"ic*al*ly}, adv. [1913 Webster]

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  • philosophically — phil·o·soph·i·cal·ly …   English syllables

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  • philosophical — philosophically, adv. philosophicalness, n. /fil euh sof i keuhl/, adj. 1. of or pertaining to philosophy: philosophical studies. 2. versed in or occupied with philosophy. 3. proper to or befitting a philosopher. 4. rationally or sensibly calm,… …   Universalium

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