Philosophist vs. Philosopher

Philosophist vs. Philosopher — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Philosophist and Philosopher

Philosophistnoun

One who pretends to be a philosopher.

Philosophernoun

(originally) A lover of wisdom.

Philosophernoun

A student of philosophy.

Philosophernoun

A scholar or expert engaged in or contributing to philosophical inquiry.

Philosophernoun

(archaic) A person who applies the principles of philosophy to the conduct of their life, as by acting calmly and rationally in the face of inevitable change.

Philosophernoun

(archaic) A student, scholar, or expert in any branch of knowledge, especially those branches studied prior to being considered part of pure science.

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Philosophernoun

(obsolete) An alchemist.

Philosophernoun

a specialist in philosophy

Philosophernoun

a wise person who is calm and rational; someone who lives a life of reason with equanimity