尘俗
dust; worldly; mortal world
Meanings
2 senses · 7 examplesnoun
dust; dirt; earth particles
Refers to fine particles of earth or soil that settle on surfaces.
A layer of dust settled on the table.
The car drove by, kicking up a cloud of dust.
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This antique has been covered with the dust of history by time.
noun
the mortal world; the secular world; worldly affairs
literaryOften used in contrast to the spiritual, religious, or transcendent realms. Sense ❶ is the primary modern meaning (secular/worldly). Sense ❷ ('人间') is a more classical/literary usage for the human world.
He saw through the vanity of the mortal world and decided to become a monk.
This place seems like another world, without a hint of worldly atmosphere.
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The mortal world described by the poet is full of joys and sorrows, partings and reunions.
He grew tired of the worldly affairs of the officialdom and retired to the mountains.