嶸 (róng) - Lofty, towering & majestic

嶸Tone 2

róng ｜ 17 strokes ｜ radical:

榕儒

嶸 · róng

Lofty, towering;

majestic;

used to describe high mountains or outstanding achievements.

Lofty, toweringmajesticused to describe high mountains or outstanding achievements.

Usage highlights

Lofty and majesticOutstanding talentEventful yearsTowering peaksMajestic appearanceIllustrious achievements

Synonyms

  • 峥— lofty, towering
  • 巍— towering, lofty
  • 峻— high, steep

Antonyms

  • 平— flat, ordinary
  • 凡— common, ordinary
  • 庸— mediocre, ordinary

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The mountain peak is lofty and majestic (山势峥嵘).
  • He has an illustrious career (头角峥嵘).
  • The architectural style is grand and magnificent (殿宇峥嵘).
  • The years have passed eventfully (岁月峥嵘).

Collocations

  • Lofty and majestic(峥嵘)
  • Outstanding talent(头角峥嵘)
  • Eventful years(岁月峥嵘)
  • Towering peaks(峰峦峥嵘)
  • Majestic appearance(气象峥嵘)
  • Illustrious achievements(业绩峥嵘)

Idioms

  • Outstanding talent and vigor(头角峥嵘)
  • Eventful and memorable years(岁月峥嵘)
  • Lofty and majestic appearance(气象峥嵘)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in classical Chinese poetry to describe magnificent mountain scenery.
  • Frequently appears in phrases describing extraordinary talent or remarkable achievements.
  • Carries connotations of grandeur, excellence, and distinction in Chinese culture.

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