Meaning of
adaavaten
अदावतें • عداوتیں
English
enmities; hostilities
Hindi
दुश्मनी; शत्रुता
Urdu
دشمنیاں; عداوتیں
Origin
Arabic
Ash'aar
ye ajeeb hi hain adaavaten jo isi sadi ka shajar nahin
vo hi daav abr sa jab chale hai to baadlon ka bhi dar nahin
1
adaavaten theen taghaaful tha ranjishen theen bahut
bichhadne waale men sab kuchh tha be-vafaaii na thii
37
adaavaten koii nahin bhula sakaa lag ke gale
hawa ka sajda bhi kiya par aandhiyaan chalti raheen
4
ye ajeeb hi hain adaavaten jo isi sadi ka shajar nahin
vo hi daav abr sa jab chale hai to baadlon ka bhi dar nahin
1
adaavaten theen taghaaful tha ranjishen theen bahut
bichhadne waale men sab kuchh tha be-vafaaii na thii
37
Nuance
This word carries the weight of deep-seated animosity and conflict. In poetry, it often symbolizes the darker aspects of human relationships, where bitterness and resentment take root, overshadowing love and harmony.
Poetic Usage
Poets use it to explore themes of betrayal and revenge. It can also highlight the internal struggles of a character torn between love and hate. Sometimes, it serves as a backdrop to the eventual triumph of peace.
Closing Insight
In poetry, 'adaavaten' serves as a poignant reminder of the shadows that can cloud the human heart.