philosophical

🇺🇸 /ˌfɪləˈsɑːfɪkl/ 🇬🇧 /ˌfɪləˈsɒfɪkl/
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adjective
C1

related to the study of ideas about life and knowledge

We had a philosophical discussion about the meaning of life.

C1

calm and accepting when facing problems or disappointment

She remained philosophical about the setback and focused on learning from the experience.

translation

adj. related to the study of ideas about life and knowledge; calm and accepting when facing problems or disappointment