mitzvah
n. C1 Advanced US //ˈmɪtsvə// UK //mˈɪtsvɐ// mitz·vah
n. a good deed or religious duty in Judaism. People often use this word to describe helping others or following the rules of their faith.
n. a religious duty or good deed in Judaism. Often used to describe acts of charity or the performance of specific commandments.
Helping an old neighbor is a mitzvah.
The community organized a food drive to perform a mitzvah for those in need during the winter.
In many Jewish traditions, performing a mitzvah is seen as a way to bring the individual closer to God and to contribute to the collective well-being of the community.