淡泊明志 dànbómíngzhì to live a simple life with high ideals Origin Definitions Defs Strokes Stroke Words Sentences Sents 淡泊 dànbó indifferent to fame and wealth Living a simple and tranquil life without seeking fame or money; detached; disinterested.明志 míngzhì to express one's aspirations To show or state one's sincere convictions, ideals, or determination.