Yang
4 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
In Chinese philosophy, the active male cosmic principle complementing yin.
“The concept represents the balance between yin and yang.”
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masculineactive
Antonyms
yin
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Worth 8 points, Y and G provide good value.
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