1. In Buddhism, a person who has achieved nirvana and is free from the cycle of rebirth; a perfected or enlightened being.
Usage: plural of arhat; primarily used in Buddhist contexts; also spelled 'arhat' (singular)

Examples

• The arhats in Buddhist tradition are considered to have reached the highest spiritual goal.
• Many temples display statues of arhats to inspire devotion and spiritual practice.
• According to Buddhist teachings, arhats have transcended all worldly desires and attachments.
• The sixteen arhats are popular figures in East Asian Buddhist art.
• Monks aspire to become arhats through meditation and ethical living.