Definition
径自 is an adverb meaning 'without leave or without consulting anyone'. It describes acting unilaterally—typically in a way that disregards others' opinions, permission, or social norms. You place it before the verb to emphasize that the subject took independent action without the expected discussion or authorization.
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without permissionunilaterally (implying disregard for others)
Examples
- 径自。Tā méi tōngzhī rènhé rén jiù jìng zì líkāi le.He left without notifying anyone.
- ，径自。Zhè jiàn shì nǐ bìxū hé tuánduì shāngliang, bùnéng jìng zì zuò juédìng.You have to discuss this with the team; you can't make a decision unilaterally.
- ，径自。Tā búgù quànzǔ, jìng zì zǒu le jìn qù.Ignoring the dissuasion, he walked straight in without asking permission.
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