What is metaphysico-theologo-cosmolo-boobology ?

is a , and the term "metaphysico-theologo-cosmolo-boobology" is 's way of
poking fun of and mocking abstract philosophy. This specific wording is invoked in reference to
Voltaire's introduction of Pangloss, who is himself a mocking caricature of Leibniz. This should
give you some idea as to how Voltaire, at least within the context of
Candide, views abstract philosophical inquiry.

Each of
these terms (save for the last) refers to specific topics of abstract inquiry. Metaphysics is
one of the cornerstones of philosophy, and it tends to point toward abstract questions as to the
fundamental nature of reality and existence. Theology involves questions as to the nature of
God. Cosmology refers...