sadhu

/ˈsɑːdhu/

Definitions

1. noun

A Hindu ascetic or yogi, often living in solitude or as a mendicant.

“The sadhu spent his days meditating and practicing yoga.”

2. noun

A Buddhist monk or ascetic.

“The sadhu from Tibet traveled to India to study Buddhism.”

Synonyms

  • ascetic
  • mendicant
  • yogi

Antonyms

  • hedonist
  • materialist