jan4 san4 gung6 fan5人神共憤人神共愤
Jyutpingjan4 san4 gung6 fan5
Yaleyàhn sàhn guhng fáhn
Definition
To incur the greatest popular indignation, being hated by both humans and gods.
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How it's used
Use this idiom to describe actions that are so morally repulsive or cruel that they provoke universal condemnation. It carries a heavy, dramatic weight and is typically reserved for serious offenses rather than minor annoyances. It is frequently employed in news reports or heated social commentary to emphasize the severity of public anger.
Examples
He did such terrible things, it is truly hated by all.
Related words
Common phrases
behavior that incurs universal indignation
simply outrageous to everyone
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe personal dislikes or trivial matters, as the gravity of the phrase makes it sound absurdly hyperbolic in casual contexts. It is strictly for situations involving significant moral outrage.
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