Mencius
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of Mencius
First recorded in 1770–80; Latinization of Chinese Mèng Zǐ “Master Meng” (birth name Mèng Kē) by European Jesuits in China in the 17th century
Example Sentences
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In interviews with state media, I-Soon’s CEO Wu quoted Mencius, a Chinese philosopher, casting himself as a scholar concerned with China’s national interest.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 7, 2024
For instance, Mencius, a Confucian philosopher, relates a story of Shun’s care for his blind father and wicked stepmother, while Yü is praised for his selfless devotion to work.
From Textbooks • Jun. 15, 2022
Mencius said that a man of wisdom does not stand next to a wall that is about to topple.
From The New Yorker • Mar. 4, 2019
Mencius, similarly, criticised the princes of his day because “they do not put into practice the ways of the ancient kings”.
From The Guardian • Sep. 25, 2018
Mencius replied, "He was dissatisfied and full of earnest desire."
From The Wisdom of Confucius with Critical and Biographical Sketches by Wilson, Epiphanius
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