Word Meaning
ख़ातिर-जमअ
khaatir-jam'
hinoun
Meaning
Peace of mind, composure, satisfaction, or reassurance.
Detailed Meaning
A compound meaning literally a 'gathered or collected heart', signifying tranquillity, assurance, and freedom from anxiety. In Urdu poetry, it contrasts with distraction, agitation, or heartache. In this couplet, it implies performing the act with a composed, peaceful mind and complete ease.
Etymology
Arabic: khātir (heart/mind) + jam' (collected/gathered).
Usage
Commonly employed in the ghazal tradition to evoke calmness and composure against the overwhelming anxieties of love.
Examples
Keep peace of mind, for the storm shall pass.
He answered their questions with complete composure.
Synonyms
इत्मीनानतसल्लीदिलजमीसुकून
Related Words
ख़ातिरजमअख़ातिर-ख़्वाह