Definition of "philosophical" []

• Of, relating to, or based on a system of philosophy. (adjective)
• Characteristic of a philosopher, as in equanimity, enlightenment, and wisdom. (adjective)

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• "‘I imagine, ’ he said, ‘that no sort of activity is likely to be lasting if it is not founded on self-interest, that’s a universal principle, a philosophical principle, ’ he said, repeating the word ‘philosophical’ with determination, as though wishing to show that he had as much right as any one else to talk of philosophy."
• "The suggestion won't end the debate over Dos Santos's roster decisions, which he called a philosophical matter."
• "ABOUT ONCE OR TWICE each year I sat Ian down for what I called a philosophical discussion about archaeology."