僻
remote; unsociable; uncommon
Meanings
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remote; secluded; out-of-the-way
Describes places that are far from population centers or main roads, often implying desolation or inaccessibility.
This temple is located in a secluded valley.
His home is at the end of a remote alley in the city.
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Very few people live on that remote and desolate island.
In search of inspiration, he chose to write in a secluded corner.
This beach is very secluded and perfect for a vacation.
adjective
unsociable; eccentric; reclusive
Describes a person's character as odd, withdrawn, or difficult to get along with. Often carries a negative connotation.
His personality is a bit eccentric; he doesn't really like participating in group activities.
That artist is known for his reclusive personality.
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Because of her perverse temper, she has very few friends.
Leave him alone; he's in a bit of an unsociable mood today.
Although he is reclusive, he is extremely loyal to his friends.
adjective
rare; uncommon; obscure
Primarily used to describe words, characters, or knowledge that are rarely used or encountered. Often seen in phrases like "冷僻字" (obscure character).
This article uses many rare and uncommon words, making it hard to understand.
He is researching some obscure ancient dialects.
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A few obscure characters appeared on the exam, stumping everyone.
This literary allusion is very obscure; very few people know it.
To write his thesis, he consulted a large amount of obscure literature.