N1
しいてき (shiiteki)
恣意的
arbitrary, capricious, willful, discretionary
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Implies actions or decisions made based on personal whim, discretion, or convenience, rather than objective criteria, reason, or fairness. Often carries a negative connotation of being unreasonable or unfair.
📝 Example Sentences
彼の恣意的な判断は、多くの不満を買った。
His arbitrary judgment drew much dissatisfaction.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "恣意的"!
その決定は、明確な基準がなく、あまりにも_______だ。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「明確な基準がなく」という説明から、個人の感情や都合による判断を意味する「恣意的」が適切です。
English: From the description 'without clear criteria,' 'shiiteki' (arbitrary) is appropriate, meaning a judgment based on personal feelings or convenience.
English: From the description 'without clear criteria,' 'shiiteki' (arbitrary) is appropriate, meaning a judgment based on personal feelings or convenience.
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