Word Meaning

मक़्बूल

maqbool

hiadjective

Meaning

Accepted, approved, agreeable, or granted (often of prayers or testimony).

Detailed Meaning

In Urdu and Arabic lexicography, 'maqbool' signifies that which has found acceptance, favor, or credibility. In this couplet, it denotes nature's testimony being valid, recognized, and intrinsically trusted. Poetically, it frequently describes supplications, offerings, or individuals favored in the divine court.

Etymology

Arabic root ق-ب-ل (q-b-l, 'to accept/receive'); passive participle form 'maqbūl'.

Usage

In classical ghazal and Sufi poetry, it is predominantly used to denote divine approval of prayers, love, or humble supplications.

Examples

A prayer that rises from the heart is accepted.

May this humble offering be accepted in your sight.

Synonyms

मंज़ूरस्वीकार्यमान्यपसंद

Related Words

क़बूलक़ुबूलियतक़ाबिलइक़बाल
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