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philosophy

noun/fəˈlɑsəfi/

the study of fundamental questions about knowledge, existence, and values

philosophy in a sentence

In philosophy class, we debated whether a fair action can ever have an unfair outcome.

During the debate club meeting, Sam explained his philosophy that any rule which cannot be fairly enforced should be removed.

Where it comes from

From Greek philos 'loving' + sophia 'wisdom'

Memory hook

PHILO (love) + SOPHY (wisdom) — the love of wisdom.

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