Word Meaning

परेशाँ

pareshāñ

hiadjective

Meaning

Scattered, distressed, bewildered, or incoherent in speech and thought.

Detailed Meaning

In classical poetry, this word signifies disarray, emotional turbulence, or physical scattering. In the context of this couplet, modifying 'guftagu' (speech), it refers to disjointed, incoherent, or rambling talk. It contrasts the steady state of mystical intoxication with erratic, fragmented preachings.

Etymology

Persian (پریشان / parīshān, from the root parīshīdan, meaning 'to scatter or disperse').

Usage

Frequently paired with 'zulf' (tresses) to denote mesmerizing dishevelment, or with the lover's heart and mind to express profound disquiet.

Examples

Zulf-e-pareshaan (disheveled locks)

Khaatir-e-pareshaan (troubled mind)

Synonyms

व्याकुलबिखराबेक़रारअस्त-व्यस्त

Related Words

परेशानीपरेशाँ-हालपरेशाँ-ख़ातिर
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