duk6 dyun6 duk6 hang4獨斷獨行独断独行
Jyutpingduk6 dyun6 duk6 hang4
Yaleduhk dyuhn duhk hàhng
Definition
To decide and act alone, taking arbitrary actions without considering others.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong negative connotation, implying that a person is arrogant or dismissive of collective input. It is frequently used to criticize authority figures or team members who ignore consensus. Unlike simply being independent, this term highlights a lack of consideration for others' feelings or perspectives.
Examples
He always acts arbitrarily and never listens to anyone.
Can you please not act so arbitrarily before making a decision?
Related words
Common phrases
to have an arbitrary style of conduct
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with being independent or self-reliant. It is strictly used to describe negative, selfish behavior where one excludes others from the decision-making process.
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