xuôi chiều
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Agreeable, smooth, without opposition: Describes a situation, discussion, or attitude where things proceed smoothly, everyone is in agreement, and there are no contradictory opinions or obstacles.
- Going with the flow: Can imply a passive acceptance or a tendency to follow the prevailing direction without resistance.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- Cuộc họp diễn ra rất xuôi chiều. (The meeting proceeded very smoothly.)
- Anh ấy có thái độ xuôi chiều, không phản đối gì. (He has an agreeable attitude and doesn't oppose anything.)
- Mọi việc cứ xuôi chiều như vậy thì tốt. (It's good if everything continues to go smoothly like this.)
Advanced Usage
- "thuận buồm xuôi gió": This is a common idiom meaning "smooth sailing" or "everything goes well without a hitch." While it shares the connotation of smoothness with "xuôi chiều," it is a separate, fixed phrase.
- Công việc của anh ấy lúc nào cũng thuận buồm xuôi gió. (His work always goes smoothly.)
Variants and Related Words
- Xuôi (verb/adjective): To go downstream; favorable, smooth.
- Xuôi dòng: To go with the current/flow.
- Chiều (noun): Direction, tendency, to indulge.
- Thuận chiều (adjective): Similar in meaning, indicating something is favorable or goes in a harmonious direction.
Synonyms
- Trôi chảy: Flowing smoothly, without hiccups.
- Thuận lợi: Favorable, advantageous.
- Êm xuôi: Smooth and easy (often used for processes or discussions).
Antonyms
- Ngược chiều: Against the current/tide; contradictory, opposing.
- Trắc trở: Difficult, fraught with obstacles.
- Gay go: Tense, difficult, tough (e.g., a discussion).
Notes on Meaning
- The word often carries a slightly passive or non-confrontational connotation. A "xuôi chiều" discussion might lack critical debate or depth because everyone simply agrees.
- It can describe both events (a smooth meeting) and personal attitudes (an agreeable person who doesn't argue).