Metafísico
Example: Ele gosta de discutir temas metafísicos relacionados à existência.
Definition
"Metaphysical" refers to concepts or discussions related to the fundamental nature of reality, existence, and the universe beyond the physical or empirical world. It often involves abstract ideas about being, causality, and the nature of objects beyond what is observable.
Etymology
The word "metaphysical" originates from the Greek words 'meta' meaning 'beyond' or 'after' and 'physika' meaning 'physical things.' It was first used in the context of Aristotle's works placed after his writings on physics, hence referring to topics beyond physical science. Did you know this term initially described a specific section of Aristotle's philosophy?
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