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    Ikabaliw (en. To drive someone crazy)

    i-ka-ba-liw

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb that refers to the act of driving someone to madness.
    Annoying sounds can drive anyone crazy.
    Ang mga nakakainis na tunog ay ikababaliw ng sinumang tao.
    Recognition of something that causes excessive fatigue or frustration to a person.
    The endless questions will drive the teachers crazy.
    Ang walang katapusang tanong ay ikababaliw ng mga guro.
    Wasting time or energy that becomes a cause of anger or frustration.
    His behavior drives his neighbors crazy.
    Ang kanyang ugali ay ikababaliw ng kanyang mga kapitbahay.

    Etymology

    The word is derived from 'baliw' which means 'crazy' or 'insane'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    you drive me crazy
    You capture me to the point that I lose my sanity.
    ikabaliw mo ako

    Related Words

    crazy
    Referring to a person who has mental or psychological issues.
    baliw

    Slang Meanings

    driving someone crazy, maddening feelings
    The songs of Ben&Ben are crazy with happiness!
    Ang mga kanta ni Ben&Ben ay ikabaliw sa saya!
    absurd or ridiculous
    Wow, what he said about aliens is just crazy!
    Grabe, parang ikabaliw 'yung sinabi niya tungkol sa aliens!
    hyper or overly excitable
    When he saw his crush, he suddenly went crazy!
    Nang makita niya 'yung crush niya, biglang ikabaliw siya!