Buddhist

usgb/ˈbuːdɪst/
noun

A person who follows Buddhism, a religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama.

She is a devout Buddhist who meditates daily.
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Religious Identity

Use 'Buddhist' to identify someone who practices Buddhism, similar to 'Christian' or 'Muslim'.

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My neighbor is a Buddhist; he goes to the temple every week.
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Respectful Reference

When referring to someone as a Buddhist, do it respectfully, as it’s their belief.

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As a Buddhist, she avoids eating meat.
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Not a Race

'Buddhist' refers to religion, not ethnicity or nationality. Anyone can be a Buddhist.

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Although he was born in France, he is a Buddhist.
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