Synonyms for

Mara

Verb / ˈmɑ:rʌ / Another word for mara — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Mara is a type of tree found in the Indian subcontinent. It is also the name of a demon in Hindu mythology.

Synonyms & similar words

dolichotispatagonum mara colocynth Indrayan Indrayani Indravalli vishaghni kshudra-darbha kshudra-darbhaka kshudra-darbhakaa kshudra-darbhi kshudra-darbhim kshudra-darbhina sindhuparni sinduparni

Common collocations

  • nightmare fuel
  • bad dream
  • sleep paralysis
  • incubus demon
  • demonic entity
  • folkloric demon
  • evil spirit

Word family

noun mara

Usage note

Mara is a term from folklore, specifically Scandinavian and Slavic mythology, referring to a type of demon or evil spirit that causes nightmares. It is not a common word in everyday English outside of this specific context.

Example sentences

  1. The mara tree has beautiful leaves.
  2. Mara is a character in one of my favorite stories.
  3. The mara fruit is used to make a bitter medicine.
  4. In the story, the mara demon was defeated by the hero.
  5. The mara tree is often planted in gardens for its shade.

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