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Definition
One-sided, unilateral, or superficial.
- one-sided; unilateral
- superficial; shallow; only looking at the surface
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How it's used
Often used in legal or argumentative contexts to describe an incomplete perspective. It carries a critical tone, implying that the speaker or decision-maker has failed to consider all sides of a situation. It is frequently paired with the noun 詞 to form the common set phrase 片面之詞.
Examples
Don't just listen to his one-sided story.
This decision is very one-sided; it completely ignores us.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 表面, which means superficial or surface level. While both imply a lack of depth, 片面 specifically highlights the absence of opposing or alternative viewpoints.
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Grammar guides
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