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confucianism

Con·fu·cian·ism
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [kuh n-fyoo-shuh-niz-uh m]
    • /kənˈfyu ʃəˌnɪz əm/
    • /kənˈfjuːʃjənɪzm/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [kuh n-fyoo-shuh-niz-uh m]
    • /kənˈfyu ʃəˌnɪz əm/

Definitions of confucianism word

  • noun confucianism the ethical system of Confucius, emphasizing moral order, the humanity and virtue of China's ancient rulers, and gentlemanly education 3
  • noun confucianism the ethical teachings formulated by Confucius and introduced into Chinese religion, emphasizing devotion to parents, family, and friends, cultivation of the mind, self-control, and just social activity 3
  • noun confucianism the system of ethics, education, and statesmanship taught by Confucius and his disciples, stressing love for humanity, ancestor worship, reverence for parents, and harmony in thought and conduct. 1
  • noun confucianism The philosophy and teaching of Confucius. 0
  • noun confucianism The school of thought and philosophy centered on Confucian principles, originating in China, including later teachings of scholars such as Zhu Xi (Chu Hsi). 0

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Origin of confucianism

First appearance:

before 1860
One of the 29% newest English words
First recorded in 1860-65; Confucian + -ism

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Parts of speech for Confucianism

noun
adjective
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adverb
pronoun
preposition
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determiner
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confucianism popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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