Confucianist

American  

[kuhn-fyoo-shuhn-ist] / kənˈfyu ʃən ɪst /

noun

1. a person who adheres to the values of Confucianism.

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adjective

1. relating or adhering to the values of Confucianism.

Example Sentences

The hoary maxims of Confucianist humanism, long denounced by the party as pernicious feudalism but now revived by Beijing, do little to meet contemporary demands.

From Washington Post

At the same time, by restricting women’s mobility, the practice confined women to the family, reinforcing Confucianist ideals about female piety.

From Economist

“I could use words like ‘Confucianist’ to describe his work,” Ms. Doran said in a telephone interview.

From New York Times

Lifetime employment, hierarchical management and pay based on seniority rather than performance all struck a chord with Korean Confucianist traditions.

From Economist

Sungkyunkwan, an organization of Korean Confucianists that had championed the law, had no immediate comment on the ruling.

From New York Times