厳に|げんにgenni[1]atamadaka (head-high)

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Definitions
  1. adverbstrictly; severely; rigidly
    ここではたばこを吸すうことを厳げんに禁きんじられている。↗
    Smoking is strictly forbidden here.
Synonyms & antonyms
  • Synonym厳としてげんとしてWrittenWritten/formal prose. Describes a firm, unshakable presence or attitude, as in 「厳として存在する」. 「厳に」 usually pairs with 「慎む」「戒める」 for strict restraint.
  • RelatedびしびしCasualColloquial mimetic word for harsh, relentless treatment, as in 「びしびし鍛える」. 「厳に」 is written/formal language.
  • RelatedみっちりNeutralDoing something thoroughly and fully, as in 「みっちり練習する」. 「厳に」 centers on strict prohibition and restraint.
  • RelatedビシッとCasualColloquial mimetic word for a crisp, stern one-off act, as in 「ビシッと断る」. 「厳に」 belongs to formal written and official prose.
  • Antonym軽くNeutralLightly or without strictness — the opposite of the strict restraint expressed by 「厳に」.

「厳に」 suits formal prose, mainly in 「厳に慎む」「厳に戒める」 for strict restraint. For strict training in speech use 「びしびし」 or 「みっちり」; for a firm, resolute stance use 「厳として」.

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Japanese definitions
  1. 厳きびしく。厳重げんじゅうに。
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