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Exam: Cambridge English: C1 Advanced (CAE)

philosophical

IPA: /ˌfɪləˈsɒfɪkəl/

KK: /fɪˈlɑsəˌfɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, and the nature of reality.

Example: She often engages in philosophical discussions about the meaning of life.

philosophically

IPA: /fɪˈlɒsəfɪkli/

KK: /fɪˈlɑsəˌfɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that relates to the study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, and the nature of reality.

Example: She approached the problem philosophically, considering all possible perspectives before making a decision.

philosophise

IPA: /fɪˈlɒsəfaɪz/

KK: /fɪˈlɑːsəˌfaɪz/

verb

Definition: To engage in the practice of thinking deeply about fundamental questions regarding existence, knowledge, values, reason, and reality.

Example: They often philosophise about the meaning of life during their discussions.

philosophize

IPA: //fɪˈlɒsəfaɪz//

KK: /fɪˈlɑsəˌfaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To think or talk about the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence in a thoughtful way.

Example: They often philosophize about the meaning of life during their discussions.

transitive verb

Definition: To think deeply about important questions or ideas, often related to existence, knowledge, or ethics.

Example: He likes to philosophize about the meaning of life during long walks.

philosophizer

IPA: /fɪˈlɒsəfaɪzə/

KK: /fɪˈlɑːsəfaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person who engages in philosophical thought or discussion, often in a way that may seem superficial or impractical.

Example: He is known as a philosophizer, always pondering deep questions but rarely providing clear answers.

philosophy

IPA: //fəˈlɒsəfi//

KK: /fɪˈlɑsəfi/

noun

Definition: A study or system of ideas about fundamental questions regarding existence, knowledge, values, and reason.

Example: Her philosophy emphasizes the importance of kindness and understanding in everyday life.

phlebology

IPA: /flɛˈbɒlədʒi/

KK: /flɛbˈɑlədʒi/

noun

Definition: This is a field of medicine that focuses on the study and treatment of veins and their related health issues.

Example: She decided to specialize in phlebology to help patients with vein disorders.

phlebotomist

IPA: //fləˈbɒtəˌmɪst//

KK: /fləˈbɑːtəˌmɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who is trained to take blood from patients for medical tests or donations.

Example: The phlebotomist carefully collected the blood sample from the patient.

phlebotomy

IPA: /fləˈbɒtəmi/

KK: /fləˈbɑtəmi/

noun

Definition: The practice of drawing blood from a vein for medical purposes, such as testing or treatment.

Example: The nurse performed a phlebotomy to collect a blood sample for testing.

phlegmatic

IPA: //flɛɡˈmætɪk//

KK: /flɛɡˈmætɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having a calm and slow temperament, often showing little emotion or enthusiasm.

Example: Despite the chaos around him, he remained phlegmatic and composed.

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