僈 (mán) - Negligent — careless, negligent, disrespectful, rude & also refers to being unrestrained, indulgent.

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僈 · mán

Negligent — careless, negligent, disrespectful, rude;

also refers to being unrestrained, indulgent.

Negligent — careless, negligent, disrespectful, rudealso refers to being unrestrained, indulgent.

Usage highlights

Negligent in dutiesNegligent officialDisrespectful of ritesUnrestrained travelCareless and indulgentRude and disrespectful

Synonyms

  • 慢— slow; neglectful; disrespectful
  • 怠— idle; negligent; slack
  • 懈— slack; lax; negligent

Antonyms

  • 勤— diligent; industrious
  • 敬— respectful; reverent
  • 谨— cautious; careful; prudent

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He was negligent in his duties (僈职).
  • The official was dismissed for negligence (僈官).
  • She showed disrespectful behavior (僈礼).
  • They lived an unrestrained life (僈游).

Collocations

  • Negligent in duties(僈职)
  • Negligent official(僈官)
  • Disrespectful of rites(僈礼)
  • Unrestrained travel(僈游)
  • Careless and indulgent(僈怠)
  • Rude and disrespectful(僈侮)

Idioms

  • Negligent and disrespectful(僈侮不敬)
  • Careless and indulgent(僈怠偷安)
  • Rude and unrestrained(僈礼僈游)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical texts describing improper conduct, especially in official or ritual contexts.
  • Often used in historical or literary contexts to criticize lack of diligence or respect.
  • Reflects Confucian values emphasizing diligence, respect for rites, and proper conduct.

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