xian Synonyms
Another word for xian
• noun (Context 1)
In Taoism and Chinese mythology, an enlightened person, celestial being, or spirit who has achieved immortality and supernatural powers through spiritual cultivation and alchemy.
"Classic Chinese landscape paintings often depict solitary mountains where a legendary immortal was believed to dwell."
• noun (Context 2)
(usually capitalized as Xian) A written abbreviation for a Christian, formed using the Greek letter chi (X) to stand for Christ.
"In his handwritten notes, the scholar frequently used the abbreviation christian to save space."
• adjective (Context 3)
(usually capitalized as Xian) Relating to or characteristic of Christians or Christianity; used as a written abbreviation for Christian.
"The forum discussion focused on early christian theology and historical manuscripts."