nhu nhược
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Feeble; Faint; Weak: Describes a person who lacks physical strength, vigor, or moral fortitude. It implies a general state of being weak, ineffectual, or lacking resilience.
- Weak in character; Spineless; Irresolute: Specifically refers to a lack of firmness, determination, or courage in one's personality or actions. It denotes an inability to stand up for oneself or make decisive choices.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Anh ta có tính cách rất nhu nhược. (He has a very feeble/weak character.)
- Thái độ nhu nhược của nhà lãnh đạo khiến mọi người thất vọng. (The leader's spineless attitude disappointed everyone.)
- Đừng nhu nhược trước những khó khăn. (Don't be faint-hearted in the face of difficulties.)
Advanced Usage
- Used to describe abstract qualities like will, spirit, or policy.
- Một chính sách nhu nhược sẽ không bảo vệ được chủ quyền. (A weak/irresolute policy cannot protect sovereignty.)
Variants and Related Words
- Nhu nhược, hèn nhát (phrase): Feeble and cowardly. This combination emphasizes both weakness of character and a lack of bravery.
- Kẻ thù chỉ là một bọn nhu nhược, hèn nhát. (The enemy is just a bunch of feeble cowards.)
Synonyms
- Weak: Lacking strength or power.
- Feeble: Pathetically lacking in force or effectiveness.
- Spineless: Lacking courage or resoluteness.
- Irresolute: Uncertain how to act or proceed.
- Faint-hearted: Lacking conviction or boldness.
Antonyms
- Cương quyết: Resolute; determined.
- Mạnh mẽ: Strong; powerful.
- Cứng rắn: Firm; tough.
Related Concepts
- Sự nhu nhược (noun): The state or quality of being feeble or weak-willed.
- Sự nhu nhược là điểm yếu chí tử. (Feeble-mindedness is a fatal flaw.)
adj
- feeble; faint; weak
- tính nhu nhượcweak character