Atrosidad (en. Atrocity)
/atroˈsidad/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An extreme evil or heinous act.
The atrocities of war are truly horrifying.
Ang mga atrosidad sa digmaan ay lubhang nakakatakot.
A senseless violation of moral law.
The killing of innocents is an atrocity.
Ang pagpatay ng mga walang sala ay isang atrosidad.
An unconscionable act affecting people.
The atrocity we witnessed in the news illustrates human brutality.
Ang atrosidad na aming nasaksihan sa balita ay nagpapakita ng brutalidad ng tao.
Etymology
from the Spanish word 'atrocidad', which comes from Latin 'atrocitas'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
atrocities of war
horrifying acts that occurred during war
mga atrosidad sa digmaan
declared atrocity
an extreme evil that has been strongly condemned
naipahayag na atrosidad
Related Words
authority
Power to make decisions or laws.
awtoridad
forgiveness
Granting pardon for mistakes or sins.
patawad
Slang Meanings
super ugly
The atrocity of that drawing he made is like a bad mess.
Ang atrosidad ng ginawa niyang drawing, parang pangit na kalat lang.
frustrating situation
Oh wow, what an atrocity is that? Are you serious about that?
Ay wow, anong atrosidad naman yan? Sineseryoso mo ba yan?
unacceptable
Wow, the atrocity of that ticket price is just unacceptable!
Grabe, ang atrosidad naman ng ginawa niyang presyo sa ticket!