Brahminical (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to or characteristic of a brahmin.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The priest's brahminical upbringing and education made him well-versed in ancient scriptures.
- Brahminical values of self-control and self-discipline were emphasized in the yoga retreat.
- Her novel explores the brahminical elite's struggle to adapt to modern society.
- The philosopher's writings often critiqued the brahminical notions of caste hierarchy and social superiority.
- In Hindu society, the brahminical class was traditionally responsible for maintaining and interpreting sacred texts.