賢人 — meaning in English

English meaning

• oracle noun In ancient religion, a shrine or priest through whom a god was believed to answer questions or give prophecy — or the prophecy itself.
• sage adj Wise, especially through experience and good judgment.
• worthy adj Deserving respect, effort, or attention.

Senses

賢人 is used for these senses in English:

• oracle A person considered to be a source of wisdom.
• sage A very wise person or spiritual teacher; someone of gravity and wisdom, especially, a teacher venerable for years, and of sound judgment and prudence; a grave or stoic philosopher.
• wise man A man who is wise.
• worthy (Confucianism) a good, wise and virtuous person.

oracle — full definition

1. noun In ancient religion, a shrine or priest through whom a god was believed to answer questions or give prophecy — or the prophecy itself.
2. noun A person regarded as an especially wise or authoritative source of guidance.

sage — full definition

1. adj Wise, especially through experience and good judgment.
2. noun A person widely respected for wisdom, especially an elder or philosopher.
3. noun An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used in cooking, or related plants in the same genus.

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