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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Despite Bezos’ headlining status, many big names and A-listers are expected to be in attendance — but New York City’s mayor, Zohran Mamdani, and his wife, Rama will not be among them, sources told CBS News. Jessica Schladebeck, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2026 Michelle Obama, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Serena Williams were early victims, but the fervor has certainly not lost its pace, recently coming for Rama Duwaji. Supriya Ganesh, Vulture, 15 Apr. 2026 Shortly after dropping his ailing bid for reelection, Adams embarked on a four-day trip to Albania, meeting with the country's Prime Minister Edi Rama and members of his Cabinet, along with local business leaders. CBS News, 13 Apr. 2026 Shortly after dropping his ailing bid for reelection, Adams embarked on a four-day trip to Albania, meeting with the country’s Prime Minister Edi Rama and members of his Cabinet, along with local business leaders. ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026 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 26 Apr. 2026.

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