na-adjective, noun
intangible; incorporeal
Describes something without physical form, such as rights, assets, or abstract concepts. Often used in legal, philosophical, or technical contexts.
無体財産権は知的財産権とも呼ばれる。
Intangible property rights are also called intellectual property rights.
その概念は無体であり、直接触れることはできない。
The concept is intangible and cannot be touched directly.
na-adjective, noun
unreasonable; absurd; preposterous
Used for actions, demands, or situations that go beyond reason or common sense. Often carries a negative judgment.
そんな無体な要求は受け入れられない。
I cannot accept such an unreasonable demand.
彼の言い分はまったく無体だ。
His argument is completely absurd.
The word is composed of 無 (without) and 体 (body/form). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the kanji combination directly suggests 'without physical form' for the intangible sense and 'without proper form/reason' for the unreasonable sense.