懈
slack; negligent; unremitting
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesadjective
slack; loose; relaxed; not tense
Can describe physical tension, mental alertness, or organizational discipline.
This rope is too slack and needs to be tightened.
His work attitude has been very slack lately.
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The defense cannot have any slack whatsoever.
If the guitar strings are too loose, the sound will be off.
After the holiday ended, everyone's spirits were somewhat slack.
adjective
negligent; remiss; lazy in performing duties
formalOften used in formal or written contexts regarding work attitude, responsibility, or duty.
One dares not be the slightest bit negligent in handling work.
He is conscientious and responsible in his work, never slacking.
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If one is remiss in studies, grades will drop.
He has never been negligent of his duties.
This negligent attitude must be corrected.
verb
to slacken; to let up; to relax efforts (typically used in negative constructions)
Commonly used in negative forms such as 不懈 (unremitting), 坚持不懈 (persistent), or 无懈可击 (flawless). The positive form is rare except in specific compounds.
Only by persevering unremittingly can one achieve success.
We must make unremitting efforts to achieve our goals.
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His argument is rigorous and flawless (without any gap to attack).
The rescue team works day and night, striving unremittingly.
His pursuit of truth has never slackened.