noun
mahatma
noun
1
A title of deep respect given in India to someone regarded as having great wisdom and love for humanity.
"Mahatma Gandhi's title reflected the reverence people felt for his character."
How to Use Mahatma
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn honorary title meaning "great soul", given to a person seen as wise and deeply compassionate.
Word Forms
mahatmas plural
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Etymology
From Sanskrit mahatma, literally "great soul".