maharishi

English

Etymology

From Sanskrit महर्षि (maharṣi, “great seer”) from महा (mahā, “great”) + ऋषि (ṛṣi, “saint, seer”).

Noun

maharishi (plural maharishis)

  1. A teacher of Hindu mysticism.
    • 2020, Avni Doshi, Burnt Sugar, Hamish Hamilton, page 66:
      His lineage of teachers and masters included several famous maharishis.

Usage notes
  • Often used (capitalised) as a title for such a person.

Translations
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