Ayurveda

noun

Ay·​ur·​ve·​da ˌī-ər-ˈvā-də 

-ˈve-

variants or less commonly ayurveda

: a form of alternative medicine that is the traditional system of medicine of India and seeks to treat and integrate body, mind, and spirit using a comprehensive holistic approach especially by emphasizing diet, herbal remedies, exercise, meditation, breathing, and physical therapy

Ayurvedic

ˌī-ər-ˈvā-dik 

-ˈve-

adjective

or less commonly ayurvedic

Examples of Ayurveda in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Ayurveda tradition underpins the restorative therapies and treatments at the Raffles Spa, which also schedules meditation retreats and yoga practices in its tranquil and restful space. —Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2024

Turmeric has been used for centuries in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine. —Aviv Joshua, Verywell Health, 10 Oct. 2024

Bringing Home the Spirit of Ayurveda After a Retreat in India While self care is easy at a dedicated spa or resort, Annie Daly shows how to integrate wellness into daily life after the trip is over. —Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Sep. 2024

The effects of l-theanine, caffeine and their combination on cognition and mood Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine. —Gabe Allen, Discover Magazine, 24 Sep. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Sanskrit āyurvedaḥ, from āyuḥ life, vital power + vedaḥ knowledge

First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

Ayurveda

noun

Ay·​ur·​ve·​da ˌī-yər-ˈvād-ə, -ˈved- 

: a form of alternative medicine that is the traditional system of medicine of India, that preceded and evolved independently of Western medicine, and that seeks to treat and integrate body, mind, and spirit using a comprehensive holistic approach especially by emphasizing diet, herbal remedies, exercise, meditation, breathing, and physical therapy

Ayurvedic

-ik 

adjective

Ayurvedist

-əst 

noun