1. In Hindu and Buddhist mythology, powerful supernatural beings or demons that oppose the gods; often depicted as enemies of the devas.
Usage: plural of asura; from Sanskrit; used in religious and mythological contexts

Examples

• In Hindu mythology, the asuras fought against the devas for control of the universe.
• The ancient texts describe asuras as powerful beings with both divine and demonic qualities.
• Buddhist teachings mention asuras as one of the six realms of existence.
• The asuras were often portrayed as proud and ambitious adversaries of the gods.
• Many Hindu epics feature epic battles between the asuras and the devas.