JLPT N2 Upper Intermediate
カッと
Sudden intense flare of anger, light, or eyes snapping open
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Other forms
かっと hiragana
カッとなる verb form
カッとする verb form
1 Adverb (副詞), Suru Verb
In a Flash of Anger
Describes the physiological sensation of blood rushing to the head caused by sudden rage.
Example
彼 の 失礼 な 言葉 に カッ と なっ た 。
I flew into a rage at his rude words.
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2 Adverb (副詞)
Flaring Up" / "Burning Brightly
Depicts the fierce intensity of a blazing fire or scorching sunlight.
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3 Adverb (副詞)
Snapping Open (Eyes)
Illustrates the sudden, forceful action of snapping one’s eyes wide open.
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