ENGLISH
REFERENCE

vedic

adj.
C2 Proficiency UK //vˈɛdɪk// vedic

adj. relating to the Vedas, which are the oldest holy books of Hinduism. It describes the ancient language, culture, or religious ideas from that time in India.

adj. relating to the Vedas, the most ancient Hindu scriptures, or to the Indo-Aryan culture and language of that period. Typically used to describe historical, religious, or philosophical contexts of ancient India.


SIMPLE

She studies ancient Vedic chants in her spare time.

CONTEXTUAL

The scholar spent years researching Vedic Sanskrit to better understand the origins of modern Indo-Aryan languages.

COMPLEX

Scholars often distinguish between the early Vedic period, characterized by oral hymns, and the later era when complex rituals and philosophical commentaries began to dominate the religious landscape.

Origin

From Veda + -ic.

Usage

Typically used attributively before a noun; often capitalized.

© 2026 English Reference