philosophizer

phi·los·o·phize

 (fĭ-lŏs′ə-fīz′)
v. phi·los·o·phized, phi·los·o·phiz·ing, phi·los·o·phiz·es
v.intr.
To think or express oneself in a philosophical manner.
v.tr.
To consider or discuss (a matter) from a philosophical standpoint.
phi·los′o·phiz′er n.
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Noun1.philosophizer - someone who considers situations from a philosophical point of view
philosophiser
thinker - someone who exercises the mind (usually in an effort to reach a decision)
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