Word Meaning
उठती
uthti
hiverb
Meaning
Rises, arises, or breaks out (feminine form of 'to rise').
Detailed Meaning
In poetry, 'uthti' denotes the rising, emergence, or sudden eruption of a storm, feeling, or catastrophe. In this couplet, it governs the feminine noun 'qayamat' (Doomsday/turmoil), evoking an immense emotional and physical uproar that erupts daily at the beloved's door.
Etymology
From Sanskrit उत्तिष्ठति (uttiṣṭhati), passing through Prakrit उट्ठइ (uṭṭhaï) into Hindi/Urdu उठना (uṭhnā).
Usage
Frequently paired in the ghazal with feminine nouns of turmoil like 'क़यामत', 'हूक', or 'लहर' to denote sudden, overwhelming agitation.
Examples
A sharp ache rises in the desolate heart.
A whirl of dust rises from the barren path.
Synonyms
उभरतीबरपा होतीनिकलती
Related Words
उठनाउठानउठाना