Word Meaning
नज़री
nazrī
hiadjective
Meaning
Theoretical, speculative, intellectual, or pertaining to view and reflection.
Detailed Meaning
Relating to abstract theory, contemplation, or speculation rather than practical application ('amali). In the provided couplet, it refers to intellectual and pedantic theological hair-splitting in which the preacher is entangled, oblivious to the community's concrete plight.
Etymology
Arabic: from 'nazar' (sight, gaze, contemplation) + the nisba adjective suffix '-ī'.
Usage
In Urdu philosophical poetry, 'nazrī' is commonly paired antithetically against 'amalī' (practical, active).
Examples
Matters of pure speculation and intellect
A dispute that is theoretical rather than practical
Synonyms
सैद्धांतिकक़ियासीफ़िक्री
Related Words
नज़रनज़रियानज़रियात