expression, i-adjective
failing in one's duty; being ungrateful; lacking a sense of obligation
Used when someone fails to meet social or moral obligations, especially toward someone who has helped them. Often implies ingratitude or neglect of reciprocal duty.
あの人に義理が悪いことをしてしまった。
I did something that failed in my duty to that person.
彼は義理が悪いから、恩
He has a strong sense of obligation, so he would never repay kindness with ingratitude.