Definition
恪守 is a formal verb meaning 'to scrupulously abide by' or 'to strictly observe'. It is used in formal, written contexts — often with treaties, promises, rules, or principles — and carries a tone of earnest commitment. It is more solemn than the everyday word 遵守.
v.
to scrupulously abide by (a treaty, promise, rule, etc.)
Examples
- 恪守。Shuāngfāng bìxū kè shǒu tiáoyuē zhōng de měi yì tiáo kuǎn.Both sides must scrupulously abide by every clause in the treaty.
- 恪守，。Tā yìshēng kè shǒu zìjǐ de nuòyán, cóngwèi shíyán.He scrupulously kept his promises all his life and never broke his word.
- ，恪守。Zuòwéi fǎguān, tā yángé kè shǒu fǎlǜ hé zhíyè dàodé.As a judge, he strictly abides by the law and professional ethics.
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