Word Meaning
इ'ताब
'itāb
hinoun, masculine
Meaning
Anger, wrath, rebuke, reproach, or displeasure.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'itāb refers to the beloved's anger, scolding, or severe reproach. In this couplet, it contrasts the delicate, ruby-like beauty of the beloved's lips with the harsh reprimands they constantly issue. It conveys the paradox of finding both fatal allure and torment in the beloved's speech.
Etymology
Arabic (ع-ت-ب), meaning censure, reproach, or blame.
Usage
It is often employed in ghazals to evoke the harsh yet alluring displeasure displayed by the beloved toward the lover.
Examples
To bear the beloved's reproach with silent patience.
His words were filled with nothing but wrath.
Synonyms
ग़ुस्साख़फ़गीसरज़निशनाराज़गी
Related Words
इ'ताब-आलूदक़हरग़ज़बशिकवा