jik6逆
Jyutpingjik6
Yaleyihk
Definition
To go against, disobey, or act in the opposite direction.
- to go against the current or direction; to reverse
- to disobey; to go against instructions or authority
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How it's used
Focuses on the active resistance or opposition to a flow, a command, or a person's will. While it appears in formal compounds like 逆境, using it as a standalone verb in daily speech often carries a slightly dramatic or serious tone. It implies a conscious choice to move in the opposite direction of what is expected or required.
Examples
They decided to go against the current.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it as a direct synonym for general disagreement like 唔同意, as 逆 implies a more active, defiant, or physically opposing stance.
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Grammar guides
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