metaphysic

/mɪˈtæfɪzɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

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

“The professor’s lecture on metaphysic was challenging to follow for the undergraduate students.”

Synonyms

  • ontology
  • philosophy

Antonyms

  • epistemology