Meaning & use
philosopher
A person who studies or thinks deeply about fundamental questions of knowledge, existence, and ethics.
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The ancient Greek philosopher Socrates taught his students by asking probing questions.
She spent her career as a philosopher writing about the nature of free will.
A note on using this word
Philosopher is often used loosely for anyone who reflects thoughtfully on life, beyond the formal academic profession.
Words with a similar meaning
thinker
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