Word Meaning
अज़ीज़
azīz
hiadjective
Meaning
Dear, beloved, precious, or held in high esteem.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'azīz' denotes something held deeply dear, sacred, or indispensable. In this couplet, it qualifies both life ('jān') and faith ('īmān') as supreme treasures in conflict. The poet reflects upon the paradox of holding worldly existence dearer than the beloved while cherishing religious devotion just as intensely.
Etymology
Arabic root 'a-z-z (ع-ز-ز), meaning mighty, noble, rare, or precious.
Usage
In the ghazal, it frequently collocates with 'jān' to express supreme devotion or the ultimate cost of love.
Examples
Jaan se bhi aziz rakhna (to hold dearer than life)
Dost-e-aziz (a dear friend)
Synonyms
प्यारामहबूबक़ीमतीदिलअज़ीज़
Related Words
इज़्ज़तएज़ाज़मुअज़्ज़ज़