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Description
Type: noun (emotion/feeling)
Origin: Derived from Arabic/Persian roots; commonly used in Urdu to express irritation or being upset
Expanded Features:
Polarity: negative
Register: common, conversational, literary
Pragmatic Sense: describes emotional state of unhappiness or irritation toward someone or something
Synonyms (Urdu): خفگی، برہمی، سخت ناراضگی
Synonyms (English): irritation, displeasure, resentment, vexation
Antonyms (Urdu): خوشی، اطمینان، خوش دلی
Antonyms (English): pleasure, satisfaction, contentment
Key Nuances:
Can range from mild annoyance to deep resentment
Often used in personal relationships to describe emotional reactions
Sometimes used in formal or literary contexts to describe societal or collective displeasure
Usage Contexts:
Interpersonal relationships: family, friends, colleagues
Literary works expressing emotional tension
Social commentary or discussions of conflict
Example Sentences:
Urdu: اس کی باتوں سے مجھے ناراضگی ہوئی
English: His words caused me displeasure,
Urdu: والدین کی ناراضگی بچوں پر اثر ڈالتی ہے
English: Parents’ displeasure affects the children,
Urdu: دوست کی ناراضگی فوری دور کرنی چاہیے
English: The friend’s resentment should be resolved immediately.
Cultural Insight: In Urdu culture, expressing ناراضگی politely is valued, and addressing it directly often involves tact and diplomacy.
Related Terms:
خفگی (khafgi): annoyance
برہمی (barhami): anger
غصہ (ghussa): rage