nirvana — A state of perfect happiness and peace, especially in Buddhism and Hinduism
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A state of perfect happiness and peace, especially in Buddhism and Hinduism
Pronunciation (IPA): /nɪrˈvɑːnə/
Example Sentences
- When the final exam was over, students felt like they had entered academic nirvana.
- The spa's massage room was designed to help guests achieve a state of nirvana.
- For gamers, winning the championship was pure nirvana after months of practice.
nirvana
NOUN[/nɪrˈvɑːnə/]
A state of perfect happiness and peace, especially in Buddhism and Hinduism
After years of searching, the monk finally reached nirvana under the ancient tree.
Finding nirvana with a banana in Montana
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Sanskrit nirvāṇa, derived from the root nir- meaning 'out' or 'away' and vāṇa meaning 'blowing' or 'wind'. The word literally refers to the extinguishing or blowing out of the flames of desire and suffering.
Breakdown
nir- (out, away) + vāṇa (blowing, wind) = nirvana (the extinguishing of desire and attainment of enlightenment)
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📝Examples
“When the final exam was over, students felt like they had entered academic nirvana.”
“The spa's massage room was designed to help guests achieve a state of nirvana.”
“For gamers, winning the championship was pure nirvana after months of practice.”
“The Buddhist monk spent years seeking nirvana through meditation and self-discipline.”
“Finding the last piece of chocolate cake in the fridge was dessert nirvana!”
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