Word Meaning
हारा
Hārā
hiverb
Meaning
Became exhausted, defeated, or weary from endless effort.
Detailed Meaning
In this verse, 'hārā' conveys utter fatigue and emotional surrender rather than a mere competitive loss. The poet reflects on growing completely exhausted after repeatedly sowing the seeds of longing into an inherently despondent heart. It evokes the weariness that follows protracted and fruitless yearning.
Etymology
From Sanskrit हारयति (hārayati) / हार (hāra) through Prakrit, evolving into Hindustani हारना (hārnā).
Usage
In classical ghazal, it frequently symbolizes the lover's surrender and emotional exhaustion against fate or unrequited love.
Examples
Growing exhausted from repeated suffering
Defeated by fate after endless striving
Synonyms
थकाआजिज़पराजितमायूस
Related Words
हारनाहारबेबसीनाउम्मीद