guru
UK: ˈɡʊə.ruː | US: ˈɡʊr.uː
n. a spiritual teacher or guide, especially in Hinduism or Sikhism
n. an influential expert or leader in a particular field
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The word "guru" originates from Sanskrit, where it literally meant "heavy" or "weighty," metaphorically implying "venerable" or "worthy of respect." In Hinduism and Sikhism, a guru is a revered spiritual teacher whose wisdom carries profound weight. Over time, the term expanded to secular contexts, referring to any authoritative expert or mentor in a specialized field. The evolution reflects the cultural transfer of the concept from religious to broader intellectual leadership.
The yoga guru led the meditation session with calming wisdom.
She is considered a marketing guru in the tech industry.
Ancient texts often describe the guru-disciple relationship as sacred.
He consulted a financial guru before investing in the stock market.
The startup founder sought advice from a business guru to scale the company.