Main Entry: phil·o·soph·i·cal

Pronunciation: \ˌfi-lə-ˈsä-fi-kəl also -ˈzä-\

Variant(s): also phil·o·soph·ic \-fik\

Function: adjective

Date: 14th century

1 a : of or relating to philosophers or philosophy b : based on philosophy
2 : characterized by the attitude of a philosopher; specifically : calm or unflinching in the face of trouble, defeat, or loss

— phil·o·soph·i·cal·ly \-fi-k(ə-)lē\ adverb