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noun, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 故意

noun, no adjective
  1. intent; intention; bad faith
noun
  1. mens rea (guilty mind)

Definition and Synonyms for 故意

Mens Rea criminal intent
Synonyms: 害心, 故意
Mens Rea the thoughts and intentions behind a wrongful act (including knowledge that the act is illegal)
Synonyms: 害心, 故意
Mens Rea often at issue in murder trials
Synonyms: 害心, 故意

Meanings for each kanji in 故意

» happenstance; especially; intentionally; reason; cause; circumstances; the late; therefore; consequently
» idea; mind; heart; taste; thought; desire; care; liking

Categories 故意 is a member of

Provision the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening
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Sample Sentences for 故意

He made a mistake on purpose.
He told deliberate lies.
She told me the wrong address on purpose.
He deliberately broke the glass.
She told me a wrong address on purpose.

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