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हृदयक्षोभ

noun

हृदयक्षोभ meaning in English

Agitation or disturbance of the heart; emotional turmoil.

Detailed Explanation

A compound term derived from 'hridaya' (heart) and 'kshobha' (agitation/disturbance). It refers to a state of intense emotional distress, anxiety, or inner turmoil that is often felt physically in the chest or heart region. In Indian English and literary contexts, it is used to describe deep-seated emotional upheaval, grief, or panic rather than a specific medical cardiac condition, though it can imply somatic symptoms of stress.

📝 Cultural Context

While 'kshobha' can refer to physical shaking or agitation, 'hridaya-kshobha' is predominantly metaphorical, referring to emotional or psychological distress centered around the heart. It is common in literary Hindi and formal speech.

उदाहरण वाक्य

सूचना सुनकर उसके हृदयक्षोभ हो गया।
Upon hearing the news, he was seized with heartache and agitation.
उसके चेहरे पर हृदयक्षोभ के स्पष्ट लक्षण दिख रहे थे।
The signs of emotional turmoil were clearly visible on his face.