anurañj

 "Anurañj" (अनुरञ्ज्) in Sanskrit refers to being red, taking delight, or being attached or devoted, and it can also imply the act of pleasing, gratifying, or conciling someone.

Definitions and Usages

1. To be red: The term "anurañj" can signify becoming red in color, either

literally or metaphorically

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classical texts, such as the Śiśupālavadha, where it describes a reddening 

effect or a change in hue

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2. To delight or find pleasure: "Anurañj" also denotes being pleased, 

gratified, or taking joy from something. For example, the 

Bhagavadgītā (11.36) uses it in the context of delight derived from

virtue or action

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3. To be attached, devoted, or fond of: It conveys emotional 

attachment, attachment with affection, or having a liking toward 

someone or something. Manusmṛti and the Pañcatantra use it to 

describe devotion or fondness toward spouses or rulers

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Causative meanings: When used causatively (-rañjayati), it means

to make red, gratify, please, conciliate, or satisfy

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For example, one can "anurañj" someone by winning their favor or

keeping them content.

Etymology

The word "anurañj" is derived from anu-√rañj, where "anu-" often 

denotes 'after' or 'following,' and "rañj" relates to color or

delight

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tied to emotional, aesthetic, or physical “coloring” or delight.

Summary of Key Meanings

• To become red, redden, or dye (literal or figurative)
• To be delighted, find pleasure, or gratified
• To be attached, devoted, or fond of someone/something
• Causative: to gratify, conciliate, please, or satisfy others

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These senses cover both literal (physical) and metaphorical 

(emotional/psychological) nuances, reflecting the rich semantic range

of Sanskrit verbs.

In essence, "anurañj" is a versatile Sanskrit verb capturing physical

color change, emotional delight, and affectionate attachment,

demonstrating the depth and flexibility of classical Sanskrit 

vocabulary

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