qū​zhì

to be held back

Senses

屈滞/ 屈滯 qū​zhì to be held back

(literary) to be in a low position despite having talent; to suffer misfortune and be unable to advance

屈滞/ 屈滯 qū​zhì to be at a loss for words

(of an argument or debate) to be stumped or silenced by a superior response

屈滞/ 屈滯 qū​zhì to condescend

(of a person of high status) to lower oneself to visit or engage with someone of lower rank; condescension

References

No references for this word.