Word Meaning
कीना-जूई
kīna-jū'ī
hinoun
Meaning
Harboring malice, seeking enmity, or bearing grudges.
Detailed Meaning
The compound refers to the act of actively seeking out malice, resentment, or hostility toward someone. In the context of the couplet, it underscores the beloved's unjust cruelty of bestowing favors upon strangers while nursing cold antipathy toward devoted lovers.
Etymology
Persian compound formed from 'kīna' (malice, grudge) and 'jū'ī' (seeking, pursuing, from 'justan').
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, it frequently characterizes the cruel and contrary temperament of the beloved who treats loyal lovers with unprovoked malice.
Examples
seeking malice where affection was due
habitual hostility toward faithful companions
Synonyms
अदावतदुश्मनीबैरबुग़्ज़
Related Words
कीनाकीना-परवरकीना-कशकीना-वर