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憤慨

ふんがい

N1indignation

Examples

一方的な決定に住民たちは憤慨した。

約束を軽く扱う態度に彼は深く憤慨している。

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Study notes

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

  • Structure: Written 憤慨 and read ふんがい, it is strong indignation at something judged unjust, irresponsible, or morally wrong.
  • Basic usage: It is directed at a unilateral decision and an attitude that treats promises lightly.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

  • Stronger and more moral than irritation
    • The emotion combines anger with condemnation, not mere annoyance.

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