adj

Taoist

DOW-ihst

Taoist (adj) means relating to Taoism, the Chinese philosophical and religious tradition centred on living in harmony with the Tao. Example: “The temple follows Taoist rituals dating back centuries.”

adj

Relating to Taoism, the Chinese philosophical and religious tradition centred on living in harmony with the Tao.

"The temple follows Taoist rituals dating back centuries."

noun

A follower or practitioner of Taoism.

"As a Taoist, she valued simplicity and balance in daily life."

How to use Taoist

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribing Taoism or a person who practises it.

Word forms

more Taoist comparative, Taoists plural, most Taoist superlative

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Etymology

Formed from Tao plus the suffix -ist.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for Taoist

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Taoist” mean?

The word “Taoist” means relating to Taoism, the Chinese philosophical and religious tradition centred on living in harmony with the Tao. In plain terms, describing Taoism or a person who practises it.

How do you pronounce “Taoist”?

“Taoist” is pronounced DOW-ihst (/ˈdaʊɪst/ in IPA).

How do you use “Taoist” in a sentence?

Here is “Taoist” used in a sentence: “The temple follows Taoist rituals dating back centuries.”

What part of speech is “Taoist”?

Depending on how it is used, “Taoist” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “Taoist” have?

“Taoist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to Taoism, the Chinese philosophical and religious tradition centred on living in harmony with the Tao.

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