Guru / noun / gu·ru

A guru is a teacher, philosopher, or religious leader who has attained epiphany or spiritual enlightenment. They are often considered to be complete masters of their field and offer valuable advice and teachings to those who seek it.

People turn to gurus for guidance in times of need. They have the ability to see things from a deeper perspective than most people do. This allows them to provide insights that go beyond common sense and help guide people into greater understanding and awareness.

In order to become a guru yourself, you first need access to true knowledge.

In a Sentence

I went to see my guru today. I learned a lot from her, and I'm sure I'll be able to use what she told me in the future.

When I told Susan that I couldn’t seem to overcome my anger and bitterness, she recommended I talk to a guru.

I tried to talk to my guru about this problem, but he wasn't very responsive.

Etymology

The word guru derives from the Sanskrit root gur, which means to instruct. In Hinduism and some other Eastern religions, a guru is someone who has attained mystical knowledge and enlightenment through rigorous training.

Synonym

Adept, Master

Antonym

Amateur, Nonexpert