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taoism

Tao·ism
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [dou-iz-uh m, tou-]
    • /ˈdaʊ ɪz əm, ˈtaʊ-/
    • /ˈtaʊ.ɪ.zəm/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [dou-iz-uh m, tou-]
    • /ˈdaʊ ɪz əm, ˈtaʊ-/

Definitions of taoism word

  • noun taoism the philosophical system evolved by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu, advocating a life of complete simplicity and naturalness and of noninterference with the course of natural events, in order to attain a happy existence in harmony with the Tao. 1
  • noun taoism Also called Hsüan Chiao. a popular Chinese religion, originating in the doctrines of Lao-tzu but later highly eclectic in nature and characterized by a pantheon of many gods and by the practice of alchemy, divination, and magic. 1
  • uncountable noun taoism Taoism is a Chinese religious philosophy which believes that people should lead a simple honest life and not interfere with the course of natural events. 0
  • noun taoism the philosophy of Lao Zi that advocates a simple honest life and noninterference with the course of natural events 0
  • noun taoism a popular Chinese system of religion and philosophy claiming to be teachings of Lao Zi but also incorporating pantheism and sorcery 0
  • noun taoism a Chinese religion and philosophy reputedly founded by Laotzu, that advocates simplicity, selflessness, etc., in conformity with the Tao 0

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taoism popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 91% 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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