英明
Meanings
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Describes a person of superior intellect and sound judgment, often used in formal or literary contexts to praise leaders, scholars, or decisions.
He went down in history as a wise and brilliant monarch.
That intelligent decision saved the company.
Usage patterns
- 英明な〈人〉a wise, brilliant person (often a leader or ruler)
He was known as a wise and brilliant ruler.
- 英明な〈事〉a wise, insightful decision or judgment
The president's brilliant judgment saved the company.