ZEN BUDDHISM Synonyms
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase zen buddhism. (close relations)
Definition of ZEN BUDDHISM
Best Alternative Words for ZEN BUDDHISM
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calm | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
adjective • (of weather) free from storm or wind noun • steadiness of mind under stress • wind moving at less than 1 knot; 0 on the Beaufort scale adjective satellite • not agitated; without losing self-possession verb • make calm or still • make steady • become quiet or calm, especially after a state of agitation • cause to be calm or quiet as by administering a sedative to | ||||||||
contemplation | nounn | |||||||
noun • a long and thoughtful observation • a calm, lengthy, intent consideration | ||||||||
enlightenment | nounn | |||||||
noun • education that results in understanding and the spread of knowledge • a movement in Europe from about 1650 until 1800 that advocated the use of reason and individualism instead of tradition and established doctrine • (Hinduism and Buddhism) the beatitude that transcends the cycle of reincarnation; characterized by the extinction of desire and suffering and individual consciousness | ||||||||
meditation | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • continuous and profound contemplation or musing on a subject or series of subjects of a deep or abstruse nature • (religion) contemplation of spiritual matters (usually on religious or philosophical subjects) | ||||||||
mindfulness | nounn | |||||||
noun • the trait of staying aware of (paying close attention to) your responsibilities | ||||||||
peacefulness | nounn | |||||||
noun • a state that is calm and tranquil • the absence of mental stress or anxiety | ||||||||
self-realization | nounn | |||||||
noun • the fulfillment of your capacities | ||||||||
serenity | nounn | |||||||
noun • a disposition free from stress or emotion • the absence of mental stress or anxiety | ||||||||
tranquility | nounn | |||||||
noun • a disposition free from stress or emotion • an untroubled state; free from disturbances • a state of peace and quiet | ||||||||
zen | nounn | |||||||
noun • school of Mahayana Buddhism asserting that enlightenment can come through meditation and intuition rather than faith; China and Japan • a Buddhist doctrine that enlightenment can be attained through direct intuitive insight • street name for lysergic acid diethylamide |