1. engaged in philosophical thinking or reasoning; reflected deeply on fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, or values
Usage: past tense of philosophize
2. spoke or wrote in a philosophical manner, often in a lengthy or abstract way
Usage: past tense of philosophize; sometimes implies excessive theorizing

Examples

• The ancient Greeks philosophized about the nature of reality.
• She philosophized for hours about the meaning of life.
• He philosophized about justice and morality in his writings.
• The professor philosophized rather than giving practical advice.
• They philosophized around the campfire late into the night.
• Instead of taking action, he just philosophized about the problem.