What does « Ghamz » mean in the Quran?

Discover the meaning of the word Ghamz (غمز) in the Quran, with 1 verse in which it appears, and a detailed explanation from Al-Raghib al-Asfahani's Mufradat fi gharib al-Qur'an.

غمز
Ghamz
Root: غ - م - ز
Quranic language 1 verse

Updated on 29 May 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Definition of Ghamz

Originally, al-ghamz: the sign by eyelid or hand seeking to criticize.

The Almighty says: 'They winked at one another' (Al-Mutaffifin 30) to mock believers.

Mockery is a sin.

Ghamz in the Quran (1)

Meccan: 1 Medinan: 0
Surah Al-Mutaffifin : 30 Meccan
﴿وَإِذَا مَرُّوا۟ بِهِمْ يَتَغَامَزُونَ﴾
And when they passed by them, they would exchange derisive glances.

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