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Philosophy

/fəˈlɑsəfi/
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(noun) An academic discipline that seeks truth through reasoning rather than empiricism, often attempting to provide explanations relating to general concepts such as existence and rationality.

Your philosophy of life varies from mine.
The great critic and poet is lecturing on philosophy.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Her ____ of life was simple: treat others as you wish to be treated and always tell the truth.

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