Definition
雄威 is a stative verb (s.v.) describing a person's or thing's imposing, awe-inspiring presence — like a majestic lion, a powerful general, or a grand mountain. It combines 雄 (heroic, powerful) and 威 (awe, prestige). You can use it to describe someone's bearing or the atmosphere of a place.
s.v.
majesticawe-inspiringimposing (of appearance, bearing, or atmosphere)
Examples
- 雄威。Zhè zuò shānfēng xiǎnde shífēn xióng wēi.This mountain peak appears very majestic.
- ，雄威凛凛，。Tā zhàn zài tái shàng, xióng wēi lǐnlǐn, lìng rén jìngwèi.He stood on the stage, awe-inspiring and commanding respect.
- 雄威。Jūnduì de xióng wēi qìshì ràng dírén dǎnhán.The army's majestic aura made the enemy tremble.
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