Synonyms for

Chi

Verb / kaɪ / Another word for chi — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Chi is a concept from traditional Chinese culture that refers to the vital energy that animates all living things.

Synonyms & similar words

khi qi chi ki energy vitality spirit prana mana aura force strength vigor power essence soul breath lifeblood

Synonyms by register

Formal

vital force life force energy essence

Informal

mojo spark oomph get-up-and-go

Literary

anima pneuma breath of life

Antonyms

spirit mind body matter physicality materialism

Common collocations

  • balance chi
  • flow of chi
  • cultivate chi
  • block chi
  • spiritual chi
  • vital chi
  • inner chi

Word family

noun chi

Usage note

Chi is a concept from traditional Chinese culture referring to life force or energy. It is often used in contexts related to martial arts, traditional Chinese medicine, and philosophy. It is not typically used in everyday Western conversation outside of these specific contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I could feel the chi in the room when the energy healer came in.
  2. I try to eat healthy food to maintain my chi.
  3. Meditation can help you balance your chi.
  4. Some people believe that crystals can enhance your chi.
  5. My acupuncturist says my chi is blocked.

Quotes

  • The mind controls the body, but the chi controls the mind. - Master Li
  • The true power of the chi is not in its strength, but in its flexibility. - Laozi
  • When your chi flows, you feel alive. - Bruce Lee

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words