nirvana
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There are 3 syllables in the word nirvana.How to pronounce nirvana:
Definition of nirvana:
- nirvana (noun):
- the ultimate state of spiritual enlightenment and bliss attained by extinction of all desires and individual existence
- (Hinduism and Buddhism) the beatitude that transcends the cycle of reincarnation; characterized by the extinction of desire and suffering and individual consciousness.
- the final beatitude (see beatitude sense 1a) that transcends suffering, karma, and samsara and is sought especially in buddhism through the extinction of desire and individual consciousness
Synonyms for nirvana:
heavenjoypeaceenlightenmentserenityforgetfulnesstranquillityblissinnocenceparadiseShow 6 more
Antonyms for nirvana:
pandemoniumtroublesadnessdystopiahellsorrowunhappinessagitationnightmareupsetShow 7 more
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