without gap; continuous; undiscriminating
Meanings
3 senses · 9 examplesadjective
without gap or interval; intimate; close
archaicOften used in the set phrase 亲密无间 (qīnmì wújiàn) to describe a very close relationship without estrangement.
The two of them are extremely close and hide nothing from each other.
These friends share an intimate relationship without barriers.
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Brothers should be close and intimate, supporting each other.
adjective
continuous; uninterrupted; persistent
archaicDescribes actions performed consistently without interruption, often regardless of circumstances such as weather. Commonly used in phrases like 寒暑无间 (hánshǔ wújiàn).
He practices Tai Chi every morning, winter and summer without fail.
This scholar has studied ancient texts for ten years without interruption.
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He persists in running, rain or shine without interruption.
verb
to not distinguish; to confuse (right and wrong); to make no distinction
archaicOften used in classical or formal contexts to describe failing to distinguish between right and wrong, good and bad, etc. Used in phrases such as 无间是非 (wújiàn shìfēi).
He acts without distinguishing right from wrong, completely lacking principles.
To make no distinction between good and evil is the greatest evil.
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This person makes no distinction between right and wrong in his heart, seeking only profit.