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ءخسن

Root entry · 1 derived lemma

This root primarily relates to the concept of decline, degradation, or falling from a state of honor and power. It signifies a loss of status, dignity, or well-being, often implying a descent into a worse condition.

Derived headwords

أَخْسَنَverb
  1. 1.
    to declineclassical

    To fall into a degraded or worse state, especially in terms of honor, status, or well-being.

  2. 2.
    to be humbledclassical

    To become humbled or debased, losing one's former dignity or power.

Parallel reading

أَخْسَنَ الرَّجُلُ: ذَلَّ بَعْدَ عِزٍّ.
The man declined: he became humbled after glory.