Buddha

noun

Bud·​dha ˈbü-də How to pronounce Buddha (audio) ˈbu̇- How to pronounce Buddha (audio)
1
: a person who has attained Buddhahood
2
: a representation of Siddhārtha Gautama

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The gods also shield the Dharma, the teachings of the Buddha, from external threats. ArsTechnica, 17 May 2025 See it In Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, workers discovered a collection of gold, silver and bronze items hidden beneath a reclining Buddha statue at Wat Dhammachak Semaram temple. Real-Time News Team, Miami Herald, 16 May 2025 Meanwhile, Hong Kong and India underperformed while Indonesia was closed for Vesak Day, a celebration of the life and Enlightenment of the Buddha. Brendan Ahern, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 Guest judge Buddha Lo — two-time Top Chef winner and finicky food enthusiast — loves the concept. Caroline Framke, Vulture, 9 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for Buddha

Word History

Etymology

Sanskrit, enlightened; akin to Sanskrit bodhi enlightenment — more at bid entry 1

First Known Use

1681, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of Buddha was in 1681

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“Buddha.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Buddha. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

Biographical Definition

Buddha

biographical name

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