wu-wei

American  

[woo-wey] / ˈwuˈweɪ /

noun

1. (in philosophical Taoism) action accomplishing its purpose in accordance with the natures of things and events.

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Etymology

Origin of wu-wei

From the Chinese word wúwéi literally, without action

Example Sentences

This is the main element of Lao Tzŭ's doctrine, the doctrine of wu-wei, "passive achievement".

From A history of China., [3d ed. rev. and enl.] by Eberhard, Wolfram

Taoism encourages a principle of non-force, or wu-wei, as the means to live harmoniously with the Tao.

From The 2008 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency