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synonym Comparative
度外視
VS
閑却

Differences Between "度外視" and "閑却"

Option A
度外視
Meaning
disregard; ignore; overlook; set aside
Reading
どがいし (dogaishi)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
費用を度外視して最高の品質を目指す。
We aim for the highest quality, disregarding the cost.
Option B
閑却
Meaning
neglect, disregard, ignore
Reading
かんきゃく (kankyaku)
Syllabus Level
N1
Practical Example
彼の忠告を閑却した結果、大きな失敗を招いた。
As a result of neglecting his advice, a big failure was brought about.

Which one to use?

Select the correct Japanese word for this context

Which word fits this context: "(disregard; ignore; overlook; set aside)"?
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使い分け解説:
- 度外視: To disregard or ignore something completely, often implying that it's considered unimportant or irrelevant to the main objective.
- 閑却: A somewhat formal term. Implies a conscious act of neglecting or overlooking something important or a duty. Often used for abstract concepts like 義務 (duty) or 問題 (problem). 意識的に、あるいは不注意によって、あるべき注意や考慮を払わないこと。
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