noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
patience and prudence; bearing and forbearing
A yojijukugo describing the act of enduring hardship or provocation while maintaining self-restraint and dignity. Often used in formal or literary contexts.
彼は批判に対して隠忍自重の態度を崩さなかった。
He maintained an attitude of patience and prudence in the face of criticism.
今は隠忍自重して、時期を待つべきだ。
For now, we should bear it patiently and wait for the right time.