आमेज़

Meaning

Mixed, blended, infused, or mingling with something.

Detailed Meaning

'Amez' is an active participle and suffix denoting mixing, blending, or mingling. In this couplet, it appears in the compound 'iltifat-amez' (tinged or mingled with attention/favor), contrasting with the beloved's apparent neglect ('taghaful'). The lover pleads that the beloved's indifferent glance should not be diluted with even a hint of warmth or kindness, preserving the sweet ache of longing.

Etymology

Persian, present stem of 'āmīkhtan' (to mix or mingle).

Usage

In classical Urdu poetry, it usually functions as a suffix forming compound adjectives denoting an emotion or quality that tinges an action or expression.

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