synonym Comparative
独断
VS
審査
Differences Between "独断" and "審査"
Option A
独断
Meaning
arbitrary decision, acting on one's own judgment,独断
Reading
どくだん (dokudan)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼はいつも独断で物事を決めるので、周囲からの反発も多い。
He always makes decisions arbitrarily, so there's a lot of backlash from those around him.
Option B
審査
Meaning
examination, review, judgment
Reading
しんさ (shinsa)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
ローンの申請は厳重な審査を受けた。
The loan application underwent a strict review.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(arbitrary decision, acting on one's own judgment,独断)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 独断: Implies making a decision without consulting others or without sufficient reason. Often has a negative connotation, suggesting self-will or lack of consideration for others' opinions.
- 審査: Refers to a detailed examination or review to determine approval, eligibility, or quality. Can apply to documents, applications, products, etc. Similar to 選考 but often broader, focusing on evaluation.
- 独断: Implies making a decision without consulting others or without sufficient reason. Often has a negative connotation, suggesting self-will or lack of consideration for others' opinions.
- 審査: Refers to a detailed examination or review to determine approval, eligibility, or quality. Can apply to documents, applications, products, etc. Similar to 選考 but often broader, focusing on evaluation.
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