Definition

A person in Eastern religions who lives a simple life, often as a monk or ascetic, focusing on spiritual practices and renouncing worldly pleasures.

Example

The fakeer spent years in meditation and prayer, seeking enlightenment.

Conversation

I met an interesting fakeer during my travels last summer.

Really? What was he like?

He was very wise and had a peaceful aura about him, typical of a fakeer.

That sounds amazing! I'd love to learn from someone like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fakeer → The word 'fakeer' originates from the Arabic 'faqīr' (meaning poor or needy). It refers to a person who renounces worldly possessions and lives a life of poverty, often for spiritual reasons.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'needy' or 'poor' — that's what 'fakeer' means, a person who lives without material wealth.

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