Definition: Relating to a person or behavior that is overly concerned with rules and rituals, often in a way that is hypocritical or self-righteous.

Example: His pharisaical attitude made it difficult for others to feel comfortable around him.

Definition: The quality of being self-righteous or hypocritical, often in a way that is overly strict about moral or religious rules.

Example: His pharisaicalness made it difficult for him to accept others who had different beliefs.

Definition: The practice of being hypocritical by strictly following rules or laws while ignoring their true meaning or purpose.

Example: His pharisaism was evident in how he judged others for not following the rules he himself often broke.

Definition: A term that refers to a particular stage or condition in a process or development.

Example: The project is currently in the planning phasis, where all ideas are being discussed.

Definition: A philosophical theory that suggests that knowledge is limited to what can be perceived through the senses, and that the true nature of things beyond perception is unknowable.

Example: Phenomenalism challenges the idea that we can know the existence of objects outside of our sensory experiences.

Definition: A person who believes in or supports the idea that only phenomena (things that can be observed) exist, and that objects do not exist independently of our perception of them.

Example: As a phenomenalist, she argued that our understanding of reality is shaped by our experiences and perceptions.

Definition: A person who studies or specializes in the philosophical approach that focuses on the structures of experience and consciousness.

Example: The phenomenologist explored how people perceive reality through their experiences.

Definition: A branch of philosophy that studies how people perceive and understand their experiences and consciousness.

Example: Phenomenology helps us explore how we experience the world around us.

Definition: Relating to the desire to help others, especially through charitable donations or actions.

Example: The philanthropic organization donated millions to support education and healthcare.

Definition: Relating to the desire to promote the welfare of others, often through charitable donations or actions.

Example: The philanthropistical organization donated millions to help build schools in underprivileged areas.