Definition
不轨 means 'unlawful, seditious' and is used in formal or legal contexts, often in set phrases like 图谋不轨 (to plot sedition) or 不轨之徒 (a person of evil intent). It strongly implies rebellion or improper scheming, not just general lawbreaking.
v.p.
seditiousagainst the law or societal norms (often implying plotting or rebellion)
Examples
- 不轨。Tā bèi zhǐkòng tú móu bù guǐ.He was accused of plotting sedition.
- 不轨。Gōngsī nèibù chūxiàn le bù guǐ xíngwéi.Improper (seditious) behavior appeared inside the company.
- 不轨。Jǐngchá mìqiè zhùyì zhe nàxiē bù guǐ fènzǐ.The police are closely watching those unlawful elements.
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