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anatman Meaning & Definition

/ˈɑn ˈɑːtman/

What Does Anatman Mean?

Anatman is used as a noun meaning The doctrine that there is no transcendental ego or soul and the perceived true self is an illusion. It corresponds to the Hinayana or Theravada Buddhist doctrine of anatta. It can also mean That which is other than the atman (self), such as the body.

Quick Facts About Anatman

Part of speech	noun
Pronunciation	/ˈɑn ˈɑːtman/
Syllables	2

Anatman Definition (Noun)

The doctrine that there is no transcendental ego or soul and the perceived true self is an illusion. It corresponds to the Hinayana or Theravada Buddhist doctrine of anatta.
That which is other than the atman (self), such as the body.

Synonyms of Anatman

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Word Forms & Grammar

anatman (uncountable)

Origin of Anatman

From an- +‎ atman.

Pronouncing Anatman

The standard pronunciation of anatman is /ˈɑn ˈɑːtman/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (ɑn).