侼 (bó) - Arrogant, boastful & to act against reason

侼Tone 2

bó ｜ 9 strokes ｜ radical:

傲不

侼 · bó

Arrogant, boastful;

to act against reason;

used in ancient texts to describe someone who is unreasonable or defiant.

Arrogant, boastfulto act against reasonused in ancient texts to describe someone who

Usage highlights

Arrogant and perverseAct against reasonDefiant personBoastful and unreasonableStubborn and arrogant

Synonyms

  • 傲— arrogant, proud
  • 狂— wild, arrogant
  • 妄— reckless, presumptuous

Antonyms

  • 谦— humble, modest
  • 恭— respectful, polite
  • 顺— obedient, compliant

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He was known for his arrogant behavior (侼戾).
  • The official acted against reason (侼理).
  • In ancient texts, 侼 described defiant individuals (侼人).

Collocations

  • Arrogant and perverse(侼戾)
  • Act against reason(侼理)
  • Defiant person(侼人)
  • Boastful and unreasonable(侼妄)
  • Stubborn and arrogant(侼傲)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 侼 is a rare character primarily found in classical Chinese texts.
  • It carries negative connotations of arrogance and unreasonable behavior.
  • In historical context, it described officials or individuals who defied authority or reason.

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