Confucian

adjective Con·fu·cian \kən-ˈfyü-shən\

Definition of CONFUCIAN

: of or relating to the Chinese philosopher Confucius or his teachings or followers

— Confucian noun

— Con·fu·cian·ism \-shə-ˌni-zəm\ noun

— Con·fu·cian·ist \-nist\ noun or adjective

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