metaphysical
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Definition & Meaning of "metaphysical"in English

metaphysical
01

related to the branch of philosophy that deals with the fundamental nature of reality, existence, and being, often exploring abstract concepts beyond the physical world

example
Examples
The philosopher 's work delves into metaphysical questions about the nature of consciousness and reality.
The debate over free will versus determinism is a classic metaphysical inquiry.
02

transcending physical matter or the laws of nature

03

highly abstract and overly theoretical

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