philosopher

noun

A student of philosophy.

A scholar or expert engaged in or contributing to philosophical inquiry.

(originally) A lover of wisdom.

(archaic) A person who applies the principles of philosophy to the conduct of their life, as by acting calmly and rationally in the face of inevitable change.

(archaic) A student, scholar, or expert in any branch of knowledge, especially those branches studied prior to being considered part of pure science.

(obsolete) An alchemist.

Roots

philosphil- · Greek · loving sophia-soph · Greek · wisdom

Synonyms for philosopher

philosophizern metaphysician transcendentalistn dialecticiann thinkern sophistn nominalistn existentialistn empiricistn rationalistadj humanistadj

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