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N1
〜まじき
Meaning
Indicates something that must not be, given one's position or reason. An archaic literary expression modifying a noun with strong condemnation, as in 「許すまじき」 (unforgivable) or 「あるまじき」 (inexcusable, unbecoming).
Examples
- それは教育者にあるまじき行為だ。 That is conduct unbecoming of an educator.
- 弱い者をいじめるなど、許すまじき卑劣なふるまいだ。 Bullying the weak is an unforgivable and despicable act.