行径 (xíng jìng) — (negative) action, behavior, conduct (usually disapproving)
Definition
A formal noun for someone's (negative) actions or conduct, always with a disapproving tone. Unlike the neutral 行为, 行径 implies the acts are shameful, despicable, or outrageous.
noun
(negative) actionbehaviorconduct (usually disapproving)
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 行径。Zhè zhǒng yě mán xíng jìng yǐn qǐ le gōng fèn.This kind of barbaric act aroused public outrage.
- 行径。Tā de bēi liè xíng jìng lìng rén bù chǐ.His despicable behavior is contemptible.
- 行径。Huǎng yán hé qī piàn shì wú chǐ de xíng jìng.Lies and deception are shameless acts.
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