N2
どくぜん (dokuzen)
独善
self-righteousness, self-complacency, narrow-mindedness
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Describes the attitude of believing one's own opinions or actions are always right, often without considering others' perspectives. Has a strong negative connotation, implying arrogance and lack of empathy.
📝 Example Sentences
彼の独善的な考え方が、チームの雰囲気を悪くしている。
His self-righteous way of thinking is ruining the team's atmosphere.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "独善"!
他人の意見に耳を傾けず、_______に物事を進めるのは良くない。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「独善」は、自分だけが正しいと思い込み、他人の意見を聞かないことを指します。
English: 「独善」 (dokuzen) refers to believing oneself to be always right and not listening to others.
English: 「独善」 (dokuzen) refers to believing oneself to be always right and not listening to others.
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