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ضهد

Root entry · 4 derived lemmas

This root pertains to the concept of being oppressed, subjugated, or forced into submission. It describes a state of being overpowered and compelled to act against one's will, often implying a lack of agency or freedom.

Derived headwords

ضَهَدَverb
  1. 1.
    to oppressboth

    To overpower, subjugate, or force someone into submission.

مَضْهُودadjective
  1. 1.
    oppressedboth

    One who is overpowered, subjugated, and forced into submission.

مُضْطَهَدadjective
  1. 1.
    oppressedboth

    One who is subjected to oppression, persecution, or forceful subjugation.

ضَهْدَةnoun
  1. 1.
    subject to oppressionclassical

    A person who is easily oppressed or subjugated by anyone who wishes to overpower them.

Parallel reading

ضهدته فهو مضهود ومضطهد
I oppressed him, so he is oppressed and persecuted.
أي مقهور مضطر
Meaning overpowered and compelled.
وفلان ضهدة لكل أحد
And so-and-so is a 'dhadah' for everyone.
أي من شاء أن يقهره فعل
Meaning whoever wishes to overpower him, can do so.