Word Meaning
बा-वजूद
ba-wajood
hipreposition
Meaning
In spite of; despite; notwithstanding.
Detailed Meaning
The compound preposition conveys concession or contrast, equivalent to 'in spite of' or 'despite the presence of'. In the couplet, it underscores an emotional paradox: despite internal composure and tranquility (dil-jam'i), the flower's dream remains disordered and anxious. It serves to heighten the contradiction between outer poise and existential vulnerability.
Etymology
Compound of Persian preposition 'bā' (with) and Arabic noun 'wujūd' (existence, presence).
Usage
Commonly employed in classical poetry to construct paradoxical arguments or emotional ironies between expectation and reality.
Examples
Despite all sorrows, a smile lingered on the lips.
In spite of thousands of obstacles, love persevered.
Synonyms
बा-वस्फ़बर-अक्सहोते हुए
Related Words
वजूदमौजूदबा-शर्तबा-ख़ूबी