Rama

noun

Ra·​ma ˈrä-mə How to pronounce Rama (audio)
: a deity or deified hero of later Hinduism worshipped as an avatar of Vishnu

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From the commemoration of King Rama’s return to his kingdom after defeating Ravana to the reverence of Lakshmi, the goddess of abundance and prosperity, various sects of Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, and Buddhism commune in ceremony. Prinita Thevarajah, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024 Bridging Tradition and Modernity Diwali commemorates Lord Rama’s return to Ayodhya after conquering the demon king Ravana—a story steeped in Diwali history that celebrates triumph over adversity. Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 Hotels + Resorts Hotel Reviews The InterContinental Khao Yai takes inspiration from the railcars used in Thailand during King Rama V’s reign in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2024 Directors for Season 6 are Martin Wood, Rama Rau, Felipe Rodriguez, Henderson and Monika Mitchell. Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Rama 

Word History

Etymology

Sanskrit Rāma

First Known Use

1819, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Rama was in 1819

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“Rama.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Rama. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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