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ZEN BUDDHISM Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the phrase zen buddhism. (exact relations)
There are 7 hypernyms of the phrase zen buddhism. (close relations)

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

Best Hypernyms For ZEN BUDDHISM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for zen buddhism, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (6)
buddhism belief mindfulness philosophy religion spirituality
Abbreviations (1)
zen

Alternatives for CALM

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