ology

/ˈɒlədʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

the study of a particular branch of knowledge, a field of science, or a system of classification.

“The new professor was an expert in biology, but he was also a student of psychology and philosophy.”

2. noun

a branch of learning or knowledge.

“She studied various fields of ology, including medicine, physics, and astronomy.”

3. noun

a field of study or a branch of knowledge.

“The course covered a range of ologies, including history, economics, and sociology.”

4. noun

a system of classification or a method of study.

“The new classification system was a major breakthrough in taxonomy ology.”

Synonyms

  • science
  • study

Antonyms

  • anti-science
  • irrationalism