front; positive side; direct
Meanings
5 senses · 15 examplesnoun
front side; facade
Refers to the primary, often most visible or decorated, side of a body, building, or the direction of advance. Contrasts with '侧面' (side).
This photo shows the front of the school.
Please enter the building from the front.
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The front of the building has eight marble pillars.
noun
right side; obverse side
Refers to the main or intended-facing side of a flat object (like paper, a coin, or a fabric).
The right side of the kraft paper is smoother.
The obverse side of a coin usually bears the national emblem.
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Please write on the front of the paper.
adjective
positive; virtuous
An attributive adjective describing characters, influences, or forces that are morally good, constructive, or exemplary. Contrasts with '反面' (negative).
He plays a positive character in this movie.
We should give children more positive education.
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The media should play a positive guiding role.
noun
surface aspect; obvious side
Refers to the immediately apparent or superficial aspect of a matter or problem, suggesting there is also a deeper or hidden side.
We should not only look at the surface aspect of the problem but also its opposite side.
The obvious positive impact of this matter is clear.
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We cannot be satisfied with only understanding the surface of the event.
adjective
direct; head-on
An attributive adjective describing a manner of interaction that is straightforward, without evasion or indirectness.
If you have a problem, bring it up directly; don't beat around the bush.
The two teams avoided a head-on confrontation.
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He gave me a direct answer.