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The character "弊" is structured with "敝" as its primary component, which carries connotations of being worn-out or defeated, combined with "廾" at the base, a element depicting two hands engaged in action. This composition suggests an etymology linked to mishandling or causing harm, leading to early meanings centered on general detriment or disadvantage. Over centuries, its semantic focus shifted to more specific contexts of fraud, corruption, and systemic faults, as evidenced by its use in compounds like "弊病" for ailment and "弊端" for malpractice. The character's form has consistently integrated these components to convey notions of abuse or drawback.
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作弊对学习有害。
这个政策有弊端。
我们要消除弊病。
他指出了制度的弊害。
这种做法的弊大于利。
公司正在改革以革除弊端。
分析问题时需权衡利弊。
长期忽视这些弊病会导致严重后果。