chi

noun

ˈchē How to pronounce chi (audio)
variants or ch'i also qi
Definition of chinext
as in energy
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings the concept of chi is of central importance in acupuncture

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Recent Examples of chi In this practice, all of that light is good for bringing positive energy, called chi, and family harmony. — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026 Tai chi Walking, jogging, or running If you have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia (the precursor to osteoporosis), check with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program. — Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 22 Dec. 2025 In tandem came the flagging energy, muddy cognition, clogged chi. — Rowan Jacobsen, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025 Tai chi is a form of exercise that involves slow, gentle movements and balancing poses. — Carrie Madormo, Health, 19 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chi
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chi
  1. energy
  2. aura
Noun
  • Wisconsin has committed up to $55 million in incentives to help Realta Fusion build its new headquarters and fusion research facility in Madison, a move aimed at strengthening the state’s position in the emerging fusion energy industry.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
  • Sixty-eight percent of likely voters told PPIC the cost of energy — both in utility bills and the price of gasoline at the pump — were a big problem.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of energy
Noun
  • The aura of the arena, the cheers from her friends and family.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
  • The prevailing motifs include Anglo-American boarding schools and college campuses, accoutrements with a romantic aura (billowing sleeves, melting candles), and analog artifacts (old compasses, monocles).
    — Sophia Zhang, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 July 2026
Definition of aura

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“Chi.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chi. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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