Krishna is an important figure in Hinduism, and is often referred to as an AVATAR of the GOD Vishnu. He is also known as the GOD of compassion, tenderness, and love. The crossword solutions for the term Krishna, E.G. are AVATAR (6 letters) and GOD (3 letters). AVATAR is a Sanskrit word meaning 'DESCENT' and is used to refer to the incarnations of Vishnu, of which Krishna is one. GOD is a title given to Krishna, as he is seen as a divine being.