What does "neo-confucianism" mean?

A Chinese philosophy influenced by Confucianism which originated in the Tang dynasty and became prominent during the Song and Ming dynasties.

What is a synonym for "neo-confucianism"?

Common synonyms include: confucianism.

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1
A Chinese philosophy influenced by Confucianism which originated in the Tang dynasty and became prominent during the Song and Ming dynasties.
2
Alternative spelling of Neo-Confucianism. alt-of, alternative