🇫🇷French Source WordCode: FR

Stoïcisme

Pronunciation / Transliteration: stoïcisme

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Sutōshugi/suːˈtoʊʃuːɡi/
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🇫🇷 Example Sentence in French:

"Le stoïcisme enseigne la maîtrise de soi face à l'adversité."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A philosophical doctrine emphasizing self-control and rationality, often associated with the ability to endure pain or hardship without displaying feelings.

    "In modern discussions, sutōshugi is often referenced in the context of mental resilience training."
  2. 2

    A principle or belief system that advocates for emotional detachment and the pursuit of virtue through reason.

    "Many leaders in Japan have adopted sutōshugi as a guiding principle in their decision-making processes."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'sutōshugi' is derived from Japanese, where 'sutō' means 'to be superior' and 'shugi' translates to 'doctrine' or 'principle'. This term emerged in the early 20th century, reflecting a philosophical stance that emphasizes superiority in various contexts, particularly in social or political ideologies.

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