Definition
淋漓尽致 is a four-character idiom (成语) that describes something done or expressed with full force, leaving nothing out — often used for performances, descriptions, or emotional expressions that are vivid, thorough, and impactful. The literal image is 'drenched through and through' (淋漓) 'to the utmost degree' (尽致), so it carries the sense of 'pulling out all the stops' or 'leaving no stone unturned' in portrayal or execution.
idiom
incisively and vividlythoroughly
Examples
- 淋漓尽致。Tā de yǎnjiǎng bǎ shèhuì wèntí jiēlù de lín lí jìn zhì.His speech exposed social problems incisively and vividly.
- 淋漓尽致。Zhè bù diànyǐng jiāng rénwù de nèixīn shìjiè kèhuà de lín lí jìn zhì.This film portrays the characters' inner world with great vividness and depth.
- 淋漓尽致。Tā de fènnù zài xìn zhōng biǎodá de lín lí jìn zhì.Her anger was expressed thoroughly and vividly in the letter.
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