What does "vishnu" mean?

One of the Trimurti (trinity) in Hindu mythology, and the most venerated god in Hinduism.

What is a synonym for "vishnu"?

Common synonyms include: agni, asvins, atman, avalokita, bhairava, bhairavi.

/ˈvɪʃnu/ name

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Proper Noun

1
One of the Trimurti (trinity) in Hindu mythology, and the most venerated god in Hinduism. Hinduism
2
A male given name from Sanskrit used in India.

"The devotees of Vishnu are called Vaishnavas; the devotees of Shiva are Shaivites."

Transliteration of Sanskrit विष्णु (viṣṇu).