Word Meaning
बे-नियाज़ी
be-niyazi
hinoun
Meaning
Independence, detachment, lofty indifference, or freedom from want and need.
Detailed Meaning
In classical Urdu poetry, 'be-niyazi' refers to an attitude of lofty nonchalance, self-sufficiency, or detachment, commonly attributed to the beloved and to the Divine. In this couplet, it describes the beloved's habitual disregard and aloofness toward the lover's longing.
Etymology
Persian compound formed from 'be-' (without) + 'niyāz' (need, supplication) + noun suffix '-ī'.
Usage
It frequently describes either the beloved's disdainful disregard of the lover or the transcendent self-sufficiency of the Divine.
Examples
Her aloofness broke the hearts of many.
Such divine indifference leaves the seeker speechless.
Synonyms
बेरुख़ीबेपरवाहीउदासीनताइस्तिग़ना
Related Words
नियाज़नियाज़मंदबे-नियाज़