Word Meaning
नुमायाँ
numāyāñ
hiadjective
Meaning
Prominent, visible, conspicuous, manifest, or clearly apparent.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'numāyāñ' signifies something that is vividly evident, distinct, or conspicuous against a background. In this couplet, it describes a bright particle or speck appearing visibly set upon the radiant robe of the sun.
Etymology
Persian 'namāyān' (نمایاں), present participle from the verb 'namūdan' (نمودن, meaning 'to show' or 'to appear').
Usage
Commonly used in ghazals to contrast hidden emotional turmoil with outwardly noticeable physical manifestations.
Examples
His grief was clearly visible in his eyes.
A lone star stood out prominent in the dark sky.
Synonyms
ज़ाहिरअयाँवाज़ेहआशकार
Related Words
नुमाइशनुमूदनुमाइंदा