mantra
/ˈmɑ̃trə/ /ˈmæntrə/Definitions
1. noun
A word or sound repeated or recited in a ritual, often for spiritual or calming purposes.
“The monk repeated a mantra to himself as he sat in meditation.”
2. noun
A guiding principle or slogan that is repeated or emphasized.
“The company’s mantra is ‘innovate and adapt to change’.”
3. noun
A recurrent theme or idea in a piece of literature or art.
“The novel explores the author’s personal mantra of love and redemption.”
4. verb
To repeat or recite a mantra, especially in a ritual or meditative context.
“She mantraed a phrase to herself as she prepared for the exam.”
5. verb
To use or repeat a phrase or slogan as a guiding principle or slogan.
“The team mantraed their company’s motto before the game.”