philosophy
noun/fɪˈlɑsəfi/
Frequency rank: #2,119 most common English word
Meaning
The study of ideas about knowledge, truth, and life; a set of beliefs.
Example sentence
Her approach to life is guided by a simple philosophy that kindness always comes first.
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