hadith

/həˈdiːθ, hæˈdiːθ/

Definitions

1. noun

A saying or action of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, considered to be a source of guidance for Muslims.

“The imam referred to the hadith that emphasized the importance of compassion and kindness.”

2. noun

A collection of sayings or stories about a person or place.

“The historian compiled a hadith about the village’s rich history.”

3. verb

To narrate or retell a story or saying, especially one about the Islamic prophet Muhammad.

“The scholar hadithed the story of Muhammad’s life to the audience.”

Synonyms

  • saying
  • story

Antonyms

  • contradiction
  • disinformation