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Aditi

Aditi (name) means In Hindu mythology, the mother goddess, wife of Kashyapa and mother of the Adityas (solar deities). Example: “Aditi is revered in the Vedas as the mother of the gods.”

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In Hindu mythology, the mother goddess, wife of Kashyapa and mother of the Adityas (solar deities).
"Aditi is revered in the Vedas as the mother of the gods."
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A feminine given name from Sanskrit, common in India.
"Aditi moved to Mumbai to study medicine."

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In plain EnglishA Hindu goddess figure, and a popular Indian woman's first name.

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Etymology

From Sanskrit aditi, literally "boundless" or "without limit."

Origin: Sanskrit

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Aditi” mean?

The word “Aditi” means in Hindu mythology, the mother goddess, wife of Kashyapa and mother of the Adityas (solar deities). In plain terms, a Hindu goddess figure, and a popular Indian woman's first name.

How do you use “Aditi” in a sentence?

Here is “Aditi” used in a sentence: “Aditi is revered in the Vedas as the mother of the gods.”

What part of speech is “Aditi”?

“Aditi” is a name.

Where does the word “Aditi” come from?

The word “Aditi” comes from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit aditi, literally "boundless" or "without limit.".

How many meanings does “Aditi” have?

“Aditi” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in Hindu mythology, the mother goddess, wife of Kashyapa and mother of the Adityas (solar deities).

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