Word Meaning
मुनासिब
munāsib
hiadjective
Meaning
Appropriate, fitting, suitable, or proper.
Detailed Meaning
Munāsib signifies that which is proper, appropriate, or harmonious with the situation. In this couplet, it implies that it is unfitting or unjustified for the beloved (the tulip's bride) to conceal herself behind a veil from the speaker, who comes gently like the morning breeze.
Etymology
Arabic (from the root n-s-b, denoting proportion, relationship, and fitness).
Usage
In ghazal poetry, 'munāsib' is frequently used to contest the beloved's cruelty, disdain, or modesty as being unwarranted and out of place.
Examples
It is not fitting to hide your face from me.
Silence in the gathering of lovers is most suitable.
Synonyms
उचितमौज़ूँलायक़दुरुस्त
Related Words
मुनासिबतनिस्बततनासुब