Word
buddhists
Phoneticsbud·dhists
/ˈbudəsts/
Definition
n. people who follow the teachings of the Buddha. They usually practice meditation and try to live a life of peace and kindness.
n. adherents of Buddhism, a religion and philosophy based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama. Refers to those who seek enlightenment through practices such as meditation and ethical living.
Examples
“Many Buddhists visit the temple to meditate and pray.”
“During the festival, local Buddhists gathered to offer food to the monks and listen to traditional teachings.”
“While some Buddhists focus primarily on monastic life and rigorous meditation, others integrate these spiritual principles into their daily secular routines through mindfulness and acts of compassion.”
Examples
simple
“Many Buddhists visit the temple to meditate and pray.”
contextual
“During the festival, local Buddhists gathered to offer food to the monks and listen to traditional teachings.”
complex
“While some Buddhists focus primarily on monastic life and rigorous meditation, others integrate these spiritual principles into their daily secular routines through mindfulness and acts of compassion.”
Usage
The plural form of 'Buddhist'; takes plural verb agreement.
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