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metaphysical

/ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Relating to reality as apprehended through philosophical investigation, rather than through the senses.

  • adjective

    Beyond the physical or material; abstract or immaterial.


Variants
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metaphysical , metaphysically , Metaphysical , Metaphysicals
Etymology
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From the Greek metaphysikē (mētaphysikē), 'beyond or after physics, or metaphysics' (from phusīkē, 'of nature, natural')


Trivia
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  1. Metaphysics is one of the oldest known branches of philosophy.

  2. The term 'metaphysics' was coined by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle.

  3. Metaphysical poetry is characterized by its use of metaphors, symbolism, and complex thought structures.


Related Concepts
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  1. Physics: The branch of natural science dealing with matter, energy, and the fundamental forces and structures of the universe, often considered to be contrasted with metaphysics.

  2. Spirituality: The quality of being concerned with the human spirit or soul and matters relating to the immaterial realm.


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The term 'metaphysical' has been used extensively in various philosophical, literary, and artistic contexts. In philosophy, it refers to the study of the fundamental nature of reality and the relationship between mind and body. In literature, metaphysical poetry emerged in the 16th and 17th centuries, characterized by its focus on the inner world and spiritual concerns. In art, metaphysical painting explores the relationship between reality and the inner world.

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