sentence: Philosophers of science recognize, however, that science is impossible without metaphysics.
sentences_before: By the 1860s, the term 'science' as having a meaning distinct from 'philosophy' entered the dictionary. Today the term 'metaphysics' usually refers to discussion of aspects of reality which are beyond physics. Particularly among those seeking to be scientific, the term 'metaphysics' can be pejorative to varying degrees.
concept_name: philosopher of science
headings: Metaphysics History Common use
categories: Branches of philosophy Reality