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ذيح

Root entry · 2 derived lemmas

This root primarily relates to the concept of arrogance, haughtiness, and excessive pride. It describes a state of being conceited and looking down upon others, often associated with a negative character trait.

Derived headwords

الذِّيحnoun
  1. 1.
    Arroganceclassical

    Excessive pride, haughtiness, and conceit. It signifies a feeling of superiority over others.

ذِيحnoun
  1. 1.
    Arroganceclassical

    A state of being arrogant or haughty, characterized by conceit and disdain for others.

Parallel reading

الذِّيح، بفتح غسكون: وهو الكبر.
Al-dhih, with fath on the dhal and sukun on the ya: which is arrogance.
كان الأشعث ذا ذيح
Al-Ash'ath was possessed of arrogance.