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philosopher
person who studies fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics
Synonyms
- thinker
philosopher in a sentence
The ancient Greek philosopher questioned whether true justice could ever be achieved.
During the school assembly, a visiting philosopher asked students whether a fair rule could ever apply equally to everyone.
Where it comes from
From Greek philosophos 'lover of wisdom'
Memory hook
PHILO (love) + SOPH (wisdom) — a philosopher loves wisdom.
Word parts
- phil — love
philosopher: phil (love) + sopher (wise one)
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