karma

noun

1. (Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism, countable, uncountable)The sum total of a person's actions, which determine the person's next incarnation in samsara, the cycle of death and rebirth.

   “‘We are all part of a circle of karma. We will be rewarded for the good deeds of our forefathers, and pay the price for their sins.’”

2. (countable, uncountable)A force or law of nature which causes one to reap what one sows; destiny; fate.
3. (countable, uncommon, uncountable)A distinctive feeling, aura, or atmosphere.

   “That means everything from lighting to the vibes, the karma of the room.”

   “How many times when you have been in a bar have you felt that a confrontation was building up, even without extensive verbal exchanges? Sometimes you can feel the karma or energy of a place change, and you should not ignore that”

   “On the way to Lancaster, which was about an hour and a half from Philly, John felt the karma.”

4. (Internet, countable, uncountable)A score assigned to a user or post on some discussion forums, indicating popularity or perceived value.

name

1. A female given name.