ひがむ

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Common wordJLPTN1

Meanings

1

godan verb (-mu)

have a warped view; be prejudiced; be jaundiced

usually written using kana alone

Describes a mindset where one interprets things in a biased, negative, or distorted way, often assuming ill intent or unfairness.

そんなにひがまないで、素す直なおに受うけ取とってください。

Don't be so prejudiced; please take it at face value.

2

godan verb (-mu)

feel unfairly treated; feel slighted

usually written using kana alone

Focuses on the emotional reaction of believing one has been treated unjustly, often without objective reason.

3

godan verb (-mu)

be jealous; be envious; have an inferiority complex

usually written using kana alone

Expresses jealousy or a sense of inferiority that leads to resentment or distorted thinking about others' success or possessions.