Word Meaning
उल्टी
ulti
hiadjective
Meaning
Reversed, contrary, opposite, or producing a counter-effect.
Detailed Meaning
In Urdu poetics, 'ulti' describes a consequence or condition that turns out directly contrary to natural expectation. In this couplet, it marks the cruel paradox of the speaker's passion, wherein an effort to pull the heart or beloved closer perversely pushes them further away. It epitomizes tragic irony and emotional helplessness.
Etymology
From Prakrit 'ullaṭṭa' (inverted/turned over), traced to Sanskrit 'ullaṭa'.
Usage
Commonly invoked in the ghazal to convey the cruel ironies of love or the adverse machinations of fate.
Examples
The effect turned out completely reversed.
All remedies proved contrary to hope.
Synonyms
विपरीतबरअक्समुतज़ादख़िलाफ़
Related Words
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