philosophies

NOUN

principles, knowledge

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attitude doctrine idea ideology logic outlook reasoning system tenet theory thinking thought truth view viewpoint wisdom

STRONG

aesthetics axiom beliefs conception convictions metaphysics ontology rationalism reason values

Example Sentences

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Those diverging philosophies have been on display on earnings calls and in other recent announcements.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

While there are other AI behemoths — including Google, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon and others — OpenAI’s tension with Anthropic is telling because it stems from their shared origins and different philosophies.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

The two have been vocal in their criticism of each other's business models and philosophies.

From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026

He played linebacker and his style is one of the reasons Mike Macdonald chose him, because they have very similar philosophies in that sense, and we've seen that come to life with this defence.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

And I don't really know if all his philosophies make sense, but we all understand what he be trying to tell us, no matter how left he gotta take us to get us right.

From "Patina" by Jason Reynolds