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恂 is an adjective describing a state of sincere, deeply respectful, and cautious deliberation. It is a phono-semantic compound: the left-side radical 忄, a vertical form of the heart radical, signals that the meaning relates to inner emotions or attitudes, while the right-side component 旬 (xún) indicates its pronunciation. In classical texts, the character often depicts the ideal demeanor of a scholar or official, marked by reverent caution, genuine honesty, and a humble lack of arrogance.
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