Kali

/ˈkɑːli/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A Hindu goddess of death and destruction, often represented with a fierce demeanor.

The festival celebrated Kali, the goddess of time, change, and destruction.

A symbol of feminine power and empowerment in various cultural contexts.

In the art exhibition, Kali was depicted as a representation of female strength.

In some definitions, Kali can refer to a term used in certain contexts for a certain type of dark or black color.

The fabric was dyed in a deep kali shade that resembled the night sky.

Sanskrit काली (kālī) meaning 'the black one' or 'the dark one'.

Kali Ma

A term of endearment for the goddess Kali, signifying mother.

Kali Yuga

The current age in Hindu cosmology characterized by conflict and sin.

Shakti

The primordial cosmic energy and the feminine principle.

Durga

Another fierce goddess in Hinduism known for her strength and protective nature.

A term referring to someone who is fierce or unstoppable.

She's like a kali when she's on the field, dominating the game.

Used to describe a powerful woman.

That entrepreneur is a total kali, breaking barriers in her industry.