Buddhahood refers to the state of enlightenment achieved by a Buddha, a person who has awakened to the true nature of reality. This state is characterized by profound wisdom, compassion, and the absence of suffering. The term is often associated with Siddhartha Gautama, who became the Buddha after attaining enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. In Buddhist teachings, reaching Buddhahood involves overcoming ignorance and desire through practices such as meditation, ethical conduct, and mindfulness. It is considered the ultimate goal of the Buddhist path, leading to liberation from the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth, known as samsara.