Word Meaning
नाक़िस
naaqis
hiadjective
Meaning
Deficient, defective, imperfect, or incomplete.
Detailed Meaning
Refers to that which is defective, inadequate, or lacking in completeness or virtue. In this couplet, it is paired antithetically with 'kaamil' (perfect/complete) to show the transcendent state where all distinctions between the flawed and the whole dissolve. Classical poets frequently employ it to denote human limitation as opposed to divine perfection.
Etymology
Arabic root ن-ق-ص (n-q-ṣ), signifying decrease, diminution, or deficiency.
Usage
In classical Urdu ghazal, 'naaqis' is frequently set against 'kaamil' to highlight philosophical, mystical, or intellectual contrasts.
Examples
imperfect understanding could not grasp the divine mystery
before absolute beauty, every flawed effort fades
Synonyms
अधूरानामुकम्मलऐबदारख़ाम
Related Words
नुक़्साननक़्सतनक़ीस