Word Meaning
दानिस्त
dānist
hinoun
Meaning
Knowledge, discernment, understanding, intellect, or opinion.
Detailed Meaning
'Dānist' denotes understanding, discernment, intellect, or personal judgment. In this couplet, it refers to the speaker's confidence in their own critical acumen and ability to evaluate character. The poet expresses regret that despite being proud of his discernment, his judgment proved entirely flawed.
Etymology
Persian, from the past stem of 'dānistan' (دانستن, 'to know').
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, it is commonly used to contrast human intellect and flawed perception against fate or emotional delusion.
Examples
In our own understanding and estimation
Proud of his discernment and insight
Synonyms
फ़हमसमझइदराकइल्म
Related Words
दानिशदानिस्तादानिशमंद