遹
metaphor; understand; follow
Meanings
4 senses · 10 examplesverb
to follow; to abide by; to accord with
archaicA classical/literary usage indicating adherence to principles or orders. Often found in Confucian texts describing moral conduct.
The noble person acts in accordance with righteousness; the petty person acts in accordance with profit.
When the people follow their superiors, the nation is secure.
verb
to understand; to comprehend; to know
Commonly used in set phrases like 家喻户晓 (known to all) and 不言而喻 (self-evident).
This truth is self-evident.
It shows in one's countenance and is expressed in one's voice, and only then is it understood.
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His analogy made everyone understand immediately.
noun
metaphor; analogy; figure of speech
Used in grammatical terminology to describe figurative language.
This is a simile.
Metaphors and metonymies are both rhetorical devices.
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The author uses blooming flowers as a metaphor.
verb
to explain; to make clear; to instruct
archaicClassical usage, often interchangeable with 谕 (to decree/instruct).
I (the ruler) have not yet understood/explained it.
Sir, please sit, why go to such lengths! I understand now.