Word Meaning

दिलेरी

Dileeri

hinoun

Meaning

Courage, bravery, boldness, or audacity.

Detailed Meaning

Dileeri denotes courage, valor, or fortitude, derived from having a stout heart. In this poetic context, it takes on the nuance of insolence or shameless audacity, signifying how a low or unworthy creature dared to strike down a sacred target.

Etymology

Persian (diler 'brave, bold' + abstract noun suffix -i)

Usage

In classical ghazal, dileeri is used both for the noble valor of the lover facing martyrdom and the brazen insolence of the rival (raqib).

Examples

Showing dileeri in the face of despair

Such dileeri from a petty rival was unexpected

Synonyms

बहादुरीसाहसहिम्मतजुर्रत

Related Words

दिलदिलेरदिलदारी
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