Taoist vs Tao
Tao vs TaoistTaoist and Tao both are nouns.
Taoist is an adjective but Tao is not an adjective.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taoist | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Tao | Yes | No | No | No |
As nouns,
Taoist and Tao
are synonyms defined as:
- Taoist and Tao: an adherent of any branch of Taoism
| Taoist (noun) | Tao (noun) |
|---|---|
| an adherent of any branch of Taoism | the ultimate principle of the universe |
| an adherent of any branch of Taoism |
| Taoist (adjective) | Tao (adjective) |
|---|---|
| of or relating to the philosophical system developed by Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu advocating a simple honest life | |
| of or relating to the popular Chinese religious system based on the teachings of Lao-tzu but including a pantheon of gods along with divination and magic |
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