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metaphysic

/mɛtəˈfɪzɪk/ noun · British & US
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What does metaphysic mean?

noun

A branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality, including the relationship between mind and matter, substance and attribute, and potentiality and actuality.

Example

"The metaphysic of the ancient Greeks had a profound impact on Western philosophy."

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