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.”

Synonyms

  • motto
  • slogan

Antonyms

  • antiphon