僻み
Meanings
1
prejudice; bias; warped view; jealousy; inferiority complex
Describes a negative, distorted mindset where one feels slighted, jealous, or unfairly treated, often stemming from an inferiority complex. Commonly used in phrases like ひがみ根性 or ひがみっぽい.
His criticism is just sour grapes.
People with a jealous streak can't honestly be happy for others' success.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉に僻みを持つto harbor resentment toward someone
He harbors resentment toward his successful friend.
- 僻み根性a resentful, envious disposition
His resentful, envious mentality shows in his attitude.
- 僻みから〈動詞〉to do something out of resentment or spite
I badmouthed her out of spite.