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[しぶ(渋)·しぶ(々)]
shibushibu
adverb, adverb taking the to particle

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[しぶ(渋)·しぶ(渋)]
shibushibu
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English Meaning(s) for 渋々

adverb, adverb taking the to particle
  1. reluctantly; unwillingly
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Definition and Synonyms for 渋々

Reluctantly with reluctance
Synonyms: いやいや, いやいや, やむなく, いやいやながら, 不承不承, 仕方ない, 仕方なく, 仕方なしに, やむを得ず, 心ならずも, 渋々

Meanings for each kanji in 渋々

» astringent; hesitate; reluctant; have diarrhea
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Sample Sentences for 渋々

He acceded to my proposal.
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He reluctantly agreed to my proposal.
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The government is reluctant to alter its economic policy.
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The thief reluctantly admitted his guilt.
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He admitted having done wrong.
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