What does "lakshmi" mean?

The Hindu goddess of wealth, the consort of Vishnu and married to Rāma (in her incarnation as Sita) and Krishna (as Radha and Rukmini).

What is a synonym for "lakshmi"?

Common synonyms include: brahma, indra, jaganmati, kali, kama, savitar.

//ˈlʌkʃmiː// name

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1
The Hindu goddess of wealth, the consort of Vishnu and married to Rāma (in her incarnation as Sita) and Krishna (as Radha and Rukmini).
2
A female given name from Sanskrit used in India.

"On the third day of Diwali, Indians pay homage to Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity."

From Sanskrit लक्ष्मी (lakṣmī, “mark, sign”).

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