N2
しい (shii)
恣意
arbitrary, capricious, wilful
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Often used in negative contexts, implying actions or decisions made without objective reason, fairness, or consistency, based purely on personal whim or discretion.
📝 Example Sentences
彼の判断は恣意的に見え、多くの批判を招いた。
His judgment seemed arbitrary and drew much criticism.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "恣意"!
規則は_______に運用されるべきではない。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「恣意に運用する」は、規則を個人的な都合や気分で勝手に適用するという意味で、好ましくない状況を表します。
English: '恣意に運用する' means to apply rules arbitrarily based on personal convenience or mood, which indicates an undesirable situation.
English: '恣意に運用する' means to apply rules arbitrarily based on personal convenience or mood, which indicates an undesirable situation.
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