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倨 is a phono-semantic compound combining the human radical 亻 with the phonetic element 居. The radical 亻 connects its meaning to human behavior, while 居 provides the pronunciation. The character fundamentally denotes arrogance or haughtiness in one's demeanor. It appears in literary and historical contexts to describe condescending or disrespectful conduct, often contrasting such behavior with virtues like humility and courtesy.
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