徔 (zhi) - An archaic or variant form of 從 (cóng),

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徔 · zhi

An archaic or variant form of 從 (cóng), meaning 'to follow', 'to comply with', 'from', or 'through'.

An archaic or variant form of 從 (cóng),

Usage highlights

follow the wayfollow virtuefollow the ancientfollow and complyfollow the teacherfollow the example

Synonyms

  • 從— to follow, from
  • 隨— to follow, accompany
  • 順— to comply, follow

Antonyms

  • 逆— to oppose, go against
  • 違— to violate, disobey
  • 背— to betray, turn away from

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He follows the ancient path (徔古之道).
  • One should follow virtue (徔德).
  • This road goes from the mountain (徔山之路).

Collocations

  • follow the way(徔道)
  • follow virtue(徔德)
  • follow the ancient(徔古)
  • follow and comply(徔順)
  • follow the teacher(徔師)
  • follow the example(徔例)

Idioms

  • Follow what the heart desires(徔心所欲)
  • Follow the crowd(徔眾)
  • Follow the wind(徔風)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 徔 is an ancient variant of 從 (cóng), primarily found in classical texts and historical documents.
  • The character embodies the Confucian value of following virtuous examples and established norms.
  • In historical context, it represents the concept of compliance with authority and tradition.

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