Brahmarakshasa

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /brɑːmərəˈkʃɑːsə/

Definitions of brahmarakshasa

noun a mythical creature in Hindu mythology, believed to be a demon or evil spirit

Example Sentences

A1 A brahmarakshasa is a mythical creature in Hindu folklore.

A2 In some stories, a brahmarakshasa is said to be a cursed soul wandering the earth.

B1 Legends say that a brahmarakshasa can only be killed by a powerful sage.

B2 The brahmarakshasa is often depicted as a fearsome demon with supernatural powers.

C1 Scholars have debated the origins and symbolism of the brahmarakshasa in Hindu mythology.

C2 The intricate rituals to appease a brahmarakshasa are detailed in ancient texts.

adjective relating to or characteristic of a brahmarakshasa

Example Sentences

A1 The brahmarakshasa creature was very scary.

A2 The villagers told stories of the brahmarakshasa haunting the forest.

B1 The legend of the brahmarakshasa has been passed down for generations.

B2 The brahmarakshasa's presence instilled fear in the hearts of the townspeople.

C1 Scholars have debated the origins of the brahmarakshasa in ancient texts.

C2 The brahmarakshasa's supernatural powers were said to be unmatched by any other mythical creature.

Examples of brahmarakshasa in a Sentence

formal The brahmarakshasa is a mythical creature in Hindu folklore.

informal I heard a spooky story about a brahmarakshasa haunting the village.

slang Dude, that movie was so scary, it felt like a brahmarakshasa was going to jump out of the screen!

figurative The corrupt politician was like a brahmarakshasa, preying on the vulnerable for his own gain.

Grammatical Forms of brahmarakshasa

past tense

brahmarakshasas

plural

brahmarakshasas

comparative

more brahmarakshasa

superlative

most brahmarakshasa

present tense

brahmarakshasa

future tense

will be brahmarakshasa

perfect tense

have been brahmarakshasa

continuous tense

is being brahmarakshasa

singular

brahmarakshasa

positive degree

brahmarakshasa

infinitive

to be brahmarakshasa

gerund

being brahmarakshasa

participle

brahmarakshasa

Origin and Evolution of brahmarakshasa

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Sanskrit
Story behind the word: The word 'brahmarakshasa' originates from Hindu mythology and folklore.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a malevolent spirit or demon in Hindu texts, the term 'brahmarakshasa' has evolved to also refer to a type of supernatural being or creature with specific characteristics and powers in modern literature and popular culture.