fan5 koi3憤慨愤慨
Jyutpingfan5 koi3
Yalefáhn koi
Definition
Indignant; feeling angry and resentful due to perceived injustice or unfair treatment.
neutralemotion
How it's used
Expresses a sense of moral outrage rather than just personal irritation. It is often used in formal contexts or when discussing social issues, as it implies a reaction to perceived unfairness or injustice. While it describes a strong emotion, it carries a more intellectual or principled weight than simply being angry.
Examples
Seeing him bully people like that, I feel really indignant.
Are you feeling indignant about this matter?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe simple annoyance or frustration with daily inconveniences. It is reserved for situations involving ethical or social grievances.
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