Word Meaning
तिर्याक़ी
tiryāqī
hiadjective
Meaning
Antidotal; acting as an antidote or cure for poison.
Detailed Meaning
Pertaining to or having the qualities of a 'tiryāq' (an antidote or panacea). In this verse, 'kār-e-tiryāqī' denotes the therapeutic, restorative action performed unexpectedly by harshness or poison. It suggests that even bitter truths and painful reproaches can ultimately heal and revive the spirit.
Etymology
From Arabic/Persian 'tiryāq' (antidote), ultimately derived from Ancient Greek 'thēriakē' (antidote against venomous bites).
Usage
In classical Urdu poetry, it is famously paired as a paradox with 'zahr' (poison) to show how suffering or harsh counsel cures spiritual stagnation.
Examples
the antidotal effect of wisdom
performing an antidotal cure
Synonyms
विषनाशकदाफ़े-ए-ज़हरज़हर-मार
Related Words
तिर्याक़ज़हरतल्ख़ीइलाज