metaphysics — the branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality and being
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality and being
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪks/
Example Sentences
- My philosophy professor warned us that metaphysics might make us question whether our morning coffee actually exists.
- The debate between materialism and idealism is central to metaphysics.
- After studying metaphysics for a semester, I still can't figure out if I'm real or just a brain in a vat having very realistic dreams about student loans.
metaphysics
NOUN[/ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪks/]
the branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality and being
an elderly philosophy professor gestures toward floating translucent layers showing different levels of reality - physical matter, consciousness, and abstract concepts. Students lean forward with fascination as the professor points to how these invisible layers connect and influence each other. The floating layers begin to shimmer and overlap, revealing hidden connections between mind, matter, and universal principles. Several students take notes while others stare in wonder at the demonstration. the branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality and being
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'meta ta physika' meaning 'after the physics,' originally just the title given to Aristotle's works that came after his Physics in the collected editions. The accidental name perfectly captured the subject matter: the study of reality beyond the physical world.
Breakdown
meta- (after, beyond) + physics (from Greek physika, meaning 'natural things')
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My philosophy professor warned us that metaphysics might make us question whether our morning coffee actually exists.”
“The debate between materialism and idealism is central to metaphysics.”
“After studying metaphysics for a semester, I still can't figure out if I'm real or just a brain in a vat having very realistic dreams about student loans.”
“Kant's Critique of Pure Reason revolutionized metaphysics by examining the limits of human knowledge.”
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