Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

metaphysics

Noun

/ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪks/

Definition

The branch of philosophy concerned with the nature of existence, reality, and the fundamental nature of being.

Examples

The study of metaphysics delves into what it means for something to exist.
Metaphysics often raises questions about the nature of time and space.
Many philosophers have contributed to metaphysics, shaping our understanding of reality.

Meaning

Metaphysics explores questions that go beyond the physical world and tangible experiences, focusing on concepts such as being, existence, causality, and the nature of objects and their properties.