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خسن

Root entry · 1 derived lemma

This root appears to relate to a state of degradation or humiliation, particularly after a period of honor or power. It describes a fall from grace or a loss of dignity.

Derived headwords

أخسنَverb
  1. 1.
    to become debasedclassical

    To become debased, humiliated, or degraded, especially after having been in a position of honor or power.

Parallel reading

أخسن الرجل: إذا ذل بعد عز
The man became debased: when he was humiliated after honor.
نعوذ بالله من ذلك
We seek refuge in God from that.