mohism

/ˈmoʊɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a Chinese philosophy based on the teachings of Mencius, emphasizing human nature and the importance of ren (benevolence and humaneness).

“The professor’s lecture on Chinese history covered the development of Mohism, a significant philosophical movement of the time.”

Synonyms

  • mencianism
  • mohist

Antonyms

  • egoism
  • hedonism