Japanese

ひれつ
Meaning: cowardly, mean, despicable, base
Part of Speech: Noun, na-adjective

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Example sentences

あんなに卑劣な行為は許せません。
I cannot forgive such a cowardly act.
彼の卑劣な行為には、思い出すだけで虫唾が走る。
I feel disgusted just thinking about his despicable behavior.
その卑劣な行為は、実に唾棄すべきものである。
That despicable act is truly detestable.
そのような卑劣な裏切り行為は、まるで蛆蠅糞穢のようで、口にするのも汚らわしい。
Such a despicable act of betrayal is like maggots and filth, and it is disgusting even to speak of it.

Usage Notes

Used to describe actions or character that lack integrity, are underhanded, or are morally low. Often implies taking advantage of someone's weakness.

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