Buddhist
6 synonyms and 2 antonyms for Buddhist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who follows the teachings and practices of Buddhism.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Bauddha
follower of the Buddha
Dhamma practitioner
Buddha follower
Sakyan
Buddhistic
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A person who follows the teachings and practices of Buddhism.
“His grandmother has been a devout Buddhist for over fifty years.”
Bauddha
follower of the Buddha
Dhamma practitioner
Buddha follower
Sakyan
Opposites
non-Buddhist
unbeliever
2. adj
Relating to Buddhism or its followers.
“They visited a Buddhist temple tucked into the hillside.”
Buddhistic
Frequently asked questions
What does “Buddhist” mean?
The word “Buddhist” means a person who follows the teachings and practices of Buddhism. In plain terms, describes either a person who practices Buddhism or anything connected to that religion.
How do you pronounce “Buddhist”?
“Buddhist” is pronounced BUU-dihst (/ˈbudɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “Buddhist” in a sentence?
Here is “Buddhist” used in a sentence: “His grandmother has been a devout Buddhist for over fifty years.”
What is another word for “Buddhist”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Buddhist” include Bauddha, follower of the Buddha, Dhamma practitioner, Buddha follower and Sakyan.
What is the opposite of “Buddhist”?
The opposite of “Buddhist” — its antonyms — are non-Buddhist and unbeliever.
What part of speech is “Buddhist”?
Depending on how it is used, “Buddhist” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “Buddhist” a common word?
“Buddhist” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Buddhist” have?
“Buddhist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who follows the teachings and practices of Buddhism.
Is "Buddhist" always capitalized?
Yes, "Buddhist" is capitalized whether used as a noun for a follower of Buddhism or as an adjective describing something related to Buddhism, since it derives from the proper name Buddha. This holds in both formal and informal writing.
What is the difference between a Buddhist and a Buddha?
A Buddhist is a person who follows the teachings and practices of Buddhism, while the Buddha is the specific historical teacher whose insights those practices are based on. Being a Buddhist means following the Buddha's path, not claiming to be him.
Can "Buddhist" describe things other than people, like art or temples?
Yes, as an adjective "Buddhist" applies broadly to anything relating to Buddhism, including Buddhist temples, Buddhist art, Buddhist philosophy, or Buddhist practices. It works the same way "Christian" or "Muslim" does when describing culture or objects tied to a religion.
