Synonyms of philosophies

philosophies

noun

plural of philosophy

as in ideologies

the basic beliefs or guiding principles of a person or group

our philosophy is to do no harm to anyone

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ideologies
• doctrines
• axioms
• creeds
• gospels
• dogmas
• theories
• metaphysics
• credos
• tenets
• testaments
• manifestos
• watchwords

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of philosophies

Conflicting parenting philosophies may also strain family relationships, as adult children and grandparents sometimes disagree over how children should be raised, according to Blake. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026

The closures of distinctive schools like Hampshire and Wells Colleges highlight the loss of innovative teaching philosophies. — Scott White, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Humanitarian efforts and life philosophies, as well as Garcia's passions for scuba diving and ocean conservation. — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026

According to the brand, the new whisky was inspired by the dual philosophies of Glenfiddich master of malt Brian Kinsman and Aston Martin’s managing technical partner Adrian Newey. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026

While both candidates occupy the left side of the national political spectrum, their records illustrate two distinct governing philosophies that have frequently clashed in San Francisco Democratic politics. — Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026

First there was a two-hour meeting to outline standards, philosophies, identity, rules, expectations. — Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 July 2026

Rather than rivals, the Reaper and TB2 represent two distinct philosophies of unmanned warfare. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 July 2026

Apart from the abundant trade of silk and spices, the Silk Road facilitated the transfer of technologies and philosophies and the interaction of Indian and Chinese peoples. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 July 2026