an evil or wicked advice.

a mystical hymn used with malevolent purpose or purposes.

an evil plot or scheme.

a sacred hymn.

(fig.) a plan, scheme or action to counter another's; ಗುರುವಿಗೇ ತಿರುಮಂತ್ರ ಹೇಳು guruvigē tiru mantra hēḷu to counter, usu. disobediently, one's preceptor, elder, etc.

a person who gives ill-advice; an ill-adviser.

a corrupt minister.

a changing from one religion to another, because of lack of faith in the original religion or political, economic and social compulsions, etc.