不本意
Meanings
1
reluctant; unwilling; contrary to one's wishes
Describes a situation, action, or outcome that goes against one's true intentions or desires. Often used in formal or written contexts to express regret or lack of enthusiasm.
Reluctantly, I accepted the proposal.
He was ordered to transfer against his will.
Usage patterns
- 不本意な〈事〉an outcome or result contrary to one's wishes
The match ended in a disappointing result that went against our hopes.
- 〈事〉を不本意に思うto feel that something goes against one's true wishes
He feels unhappy about that decision, which goes against his wishes.
- 不本意な形で〈動詞〉to do something in a way one did not truly want
I ended up quitting the company in a manner I never wanted.