Synonyms of karma

karma

noun

ˈkär-mə 

as in aura

a special quality or impression associated with something

as the site of a string of failed businesses, the building definitely had bad karma

Synonyms & Similar Words

• aura
• atmosphere
• smell
• aroma
• air
• sense
• feel
• flavor
• mood
• halo
• feeling
• climate
• ambience
• patina
• temper
• odor
• vibration(s)
• nimbus
• spirit
• note
• romance
• mystique
• sensation
• image
• illusion
• aureole
• characteristic
• trait
• property
• attribute
• notion
• tone
• peculiarity
• suggestion
• character
• genius loci
• semblance
• overtone
• picture
• color
• mark

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of karma

The president quickly took a victory lap, but the karma is not great. — Jonathan Lemire, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026

England is hoping karma is on its side after a famous goal-scoring error sealed a World Cup loss to Argentina 40 years ago at Azteca Stadium. — Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026

Her concept of gravity draws on both East and West, on karma and original sin. — Meghan O’Gieblyn, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026

From there, consider thrift store karma. — Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 22 June 2026