phi·los·o·pher
philosopher
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
one who studies the nature and principles of knowledge, truth, existence, and moral and aesthetic values.
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| definition 2: |
one who develops and proposes a particular philosophy.
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| definition 3: |
one who lives according to rational thought or wisdom.
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| related words: |
intellect, intellectual |
The word
philosopher comes from an ancient Greek word that means "a lover of wisdom."