bhakta

/bʱakta/

Definitions

1. noun

A devotee or follower of a particular faith, especially Hinduism.

“The temple was filled with bhaktas who had come to worship the deity.”

2. masculine singular nominative form

A male devotee or follower of a particular faith.

“The bhakta was deeply devoted to his guru.”

3. masculine singular accusative form

A male devotee or follower of a particular faith, used as the direct object of a verb.

“The bhakta was seen praying in the temple.”

4. masculine singular genitive form

A male devotee or follower of a particular faith, used to indicate possession or relationship.

“The bhakta’s love for the deity was unwavering.”

Synonyms

  • devotee
  • disciple
  • follower

Antonyms

  • blasphemer
  • heretic