Disintirya (en. Dissenter)

/disin'tirya/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person with an opinion or belief that opposes the commonly held view.
He is a dissenter on political issues.
Siya ay isang disintirya sa usaping pampulitika.
An individual who refuses traditional beliefs or doctrines.
Many of them are considered dissenters in their religion.
Marami sa kanila ang itinuturing na mga disintirya sa kanilang relihiyon.

Etymology

Spanish 'dentro' which gives rise to the idea of building something from within.

Common Phrases and Expressions

dissenting view
opposing opinion or perspective on an issue.
disintirya ng pananaw

Related Words

opposition
The act of refusing or opposing an idea or action.
pagtutol

Slang Meanings

Because of extreme anger or annoyance
I’m really fed up with him because of what he said last.
Disintirya na ako sa kanya dahil sa huling sinabi niya.
Not caring or no longer interested
I’m over the rumors; they seem pointless.
Disintirya na ako sa mga chismis, parang wala namang kwenta.
Like giving up on a situation
I’m done giving him chances.
Disintirya na ako sa kakabigay sa kanya ng chance.