Word Meaning
अमीक़
amīq
hiadjective
Meaning
Deep, profound, or bottomless.
Detailed Meaning
In classical poetry, 'amīq' signifies physical, intellectual, or existential depth, such as an unfathomable sea or profound contemplation. In this couplet, it characterizes the ocean of existence ('bahr-e-amīq'), highlighting the vastness and mystery of life. This boundless depth stands in sharp contrast to the transient vanity of the mortal self.
Etymology
Arabic root 'ain-mīm-qāf (ع-م-ق), denoting depth or profundity.
Usage
Commonly paired with 'bahr' (sea) or 'nazar' (vision) in Ghazal to evoke metaphysical abyss or intense reflection.
Examples
bahr-e-amīq meñ gum honā
nazar-e-amīq se dekhnā
Synonyms
गहराअथाहगंभीर
Related Words
उमक़ताअम्मुक़
