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(idiom) to become enraged over a perceived humiliation

恼羞成怒
nǎo xiū chéng nù
n+ǎo·3rd tonex+iū·1st tonech+éng·2nd tonen+ù·4th tone
IdiomHSK 7-9
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Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
righteous indignation fills one's breast (idiom); to feel indignant at injustice义愤填膺yì fèn tián yīngangry · indignant · wrath · ire愤怒fèn nùflustered and exasperated · utterly discomfited气急败坏qì jí bài huài
Antonyms
tranquil and even-tempered (idiom); calmly and without stress心平气和xīn píng qì hé
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