A lingering resentment or ill will, often motivating revenge. Common in expressions like 意趣返し (revenge).
He opposed the proposal out of an old grudge.
intention; disposition; reason
Refers to one's inner intent, mindset, or underlying motive. Often used in formal or literary contexts. The 'obstinacy' nuance is rare and context-dependent.
Primarily appears in the compound 意趣返し (いしゅがえし), meaning revenge or retaliation.
See also: 意趣返し (いしゅがえし)
It was difficult to understand his intentions.
In revenge, he exposed the other person's secret.
revenge; retaliation; getting even
deep-seated grudge; rancor; spite
revenge; retaliation; getting even
Standard kanji spelling for this word.
The word 意趣 is composed of 意 (mind, intention) and 趣 (purport, gist). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination suggests a deeply held mental disposition or intent.