Word Meaning
चौगुनी
chauguni
hiadjective
Meaning
Fourfold; quadrupled; increased four times as much.
Detailed Meaning
Denotes an amount or degree multiplied by four, appearing here in the feminine form. In the couplet, it describes the beloved's aloofness and disdain (istighna), which increases fourfold in stubborn response to the lover's repeated entreaties.
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit चतुर्गुण (caturguṇa) via Prakrit चउग्गुण (caügguṇa) into Hindustani.
Usage
Used in classical ghazal to express hyperbole or the proportional escalation of emotional states, torment, and the beloved's indifference.
Examples
Her radiance grew fourfold in the evening glow.
The pain of separation multiplied fourfold with each passing day.
Synonyms
चार-गुनामुज़ाअफ़अफ़ज़ूँ
Related Words
चौगुनादुगुनीतिगुनीसौगुनी