आली

Meaning

High, lofty, exalted, sublime, noble, or eminent.

Detailed Meaning

In classical Urdu poetry, 'aali' denotes elevated rank, grandeur, or intellectual and spiritual superiority. It is very frequently used in Persian izafat compounds to describe noble traits such as status, ambition, or lineage. The term evokes an aura of majesty, dignity, and unmatched prestige.

Etymology

Arabic, from the root ‘-l-w (ع-ل-و), meaning to be high, elevated, or sublime.

Usage

Commonly employed in izafat compounds in courtly panegyric (qasida) and ghazal to extol high ambition, noble disposition, or supreme stature.

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