Confucianist

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Con·fu·cian

(kən-fyo͞o′shən)

adj.

Of, relating to, or characteristic of Confucius, his teachings, or his followers.

An adherent of the teachings of Confucius.

Con·fu′cian·ism n.

Con·fu′cian·ist n.

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Noun

Confucianist - a believer in the teachings of Confucius

Confucian

believer, truster - a supporter who accepts something as true

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