Bhuta is a Sanskrit word that is commonly used in Hinduism and Buddhism to refer to spirits or deities. It is a complex word that can have different meanings, depending on the context. In Hinduism, bhuta is also used to describe the five elements of nature: earth, water, fire, air, and ether. However, there are several synonyms for this word, each having its own subtle differences in meaning. Other words that can be used instead of bhuta include devata, which means "divine being", daityas, which means "demons", and asuras, which means "demi-gods". All of these words can be used interchangeably depending on the context.