Avatar Meaning

There are 2 meaning(s) for word Avatar

Meaning 1 : a new personification of a familiar idea

    Example : the very avatar of cunning

    Synonyms : embodiment,  incarnation
Meaning 2 : the manifestation of a Hindu deity (especially Vishnu) in human or superhuman or animal form

    Example : some Hindus consider Krishna to be an avatar of the god Vishnu