What is another word for SATI?

Pronunciation: [sˈati] (IPA)

Sati is an ancient Indian funeral practice where the wife would immolate herself on her husband's pyre. Synonyms for the word Sati include 'suttee', which is the Anglicized version of the original word. Another alternate term is Jauhar, a related practice where women would jump into a fire during a siege to avoid falling into enemy hands. However, these practices are now banned and carry severe legal consequences in India. The use of the word Sati in modern times has taken on a more metaphoric meaning, with references to a woman's devotion or loyalty towards her husband or family. Other synonyms for Sati could include commitment, steadfastness, loyalty, and faithfulness.

What are the hypernyms for Sati?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Sati

13. SATI or burning of widows.
"The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India Volume II"
R. V. Russell
Next day the body of her husband was burned in the presence of several thousand spectators, who had assembled to see the SATI.
"The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India Volume II"
R. V. Russell
The practice of SATI was finally prohibited in 1829, without exciting the least discontent.
"The Tribes and Castes of the Central Provinces of India Volume II"
R. V. Russell

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