sraddha

ʂrɐdʱɑː

Definitions

1. noun

faith, trust, or confidence in something or someone, especially in Hinduism and Buddhism.

“In Hinduism, sraddha is an essential component of the rituals and ceremonies performed to honor the ancestors.”

2. noun

a strong feeling of loyalty or devotion to a person, place, or thing.

“The devotee had deep sraddha for the temple and its deities.”

Synonyms

  • devotion
  • faith
  • loyalty
  • trust

Antonyms

  • apathy
  • doubt
  • skepticism