akusala-vitakka: 'unwholesome thoughts' as defined under akusala(q.v.). In M. 20, five methods of overcoming them are given: by changing the object, thinking of the evil results, paying no attention, analyzing, suppressing.

Tr. in The Removal of Distracting Thoughts (WHEEL 21).

Buddhist Dictionary, Manual of Buddhist Terms and Doctrines, by NYANATILOKA MAHATHERA