僴 (xiàn) - Majestic, imposing appearance & heroic, valiant

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xiàn ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

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僴 · xiàn

Majestic, imposing appearance;

heroic, valiant;

used in ancient texts to describe dignified and impressive bearing.

Majestic, imposing appearanceheroic, valiantused in ancient texts to describe dignified and

Usage highlights

Majestic bearingHeroic appearanceValiant and martialImposing demeanorDignified presenceHeroic spirit

Synonyms

  • 伟— great, robust
  • 武— martial, military
  • 勇— brave, courageous

Antonyms

  • 弱— weak, feeble
  • 怯— timid, cowardly

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He stood with a majestic bearing (僴然).
  • The warrior had a heroic appearance (僴僴).
  • The ancient text described him as valiant (僴武).

Collocations

  • Majestic bearing(僴然)
  • Heroic appearance(僴僴)
  • Valiant and martial(僴武)
  • Imposing demeanor(僴姿)
  • Dignified presence(僴仪)
  • Heroic spirit(僴气)

Idioms

  • With majestic bearing(僴然)
  • Heroic and imposing(僴僴威武)
  • Valiant and outstanding(僴杰)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese literature describing heroic or imposing figures.
  • Often used in historical contexts to depict warriors or people of noble character.
  • Represents an ideal of masculine virtue and dignity in traditional Chinese culture.

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