To behave in a contemptible and immoral manner, similar to a beast; to make a beast of oneself.
他竟敢做出如此背叛朋友的事情，简直是行若狗彘
He dared to betray his friend in such a way, truly behaving like a dog or a pig.
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Ancient
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During the Warring States period, a disciple of Zixia asked Mozi, "Is there a standard for a gentleman?" Mozi replied that there is no fixed standard for a gentleman.
Zixia's disciple then said, "Even dogs and pigs have their standards, how can those who commit evil acts have no standard?"
Mozi responded, "Those who speak eloquently but whose actions are worse than those of dogs and pigs cannot be called gentlemen."
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