凄然
Reading: せいぜん
Meaning: desolate, dreary, awesome
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Example Sentence
The mountain towered with an awesome presence.
Usage Notes
Describes something that evokes a feeling of coldness, loneliness, or awe. Used in literary contexts. Can indicate both positive and negative impressions.
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