Ikonoklasta (en. Iconoclast)

/ikoˈnoklasta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who recognizes and advocates the overthrow or destruction of images or symbols considered sacred or important.
He is called an iconoclast because of his arguments against the worship of idols.
Siya ay tinaguriang isang ikonoklasta dahil sa kanyang mga argumento laban sa pagsamba sa mga rebulto.
A person who challenges traditions and beliefs and promotes change or reform.
As an iconoclast, he suggests innovative ideas that go against tradition.
Bilang isang ikonoklasta, siya ay nagmumungkahi ng mga makabagong ideya na sumasalungat sa tradisyon.

Etymology

from Greek 'ikon' (image) and 'klastas' (breaker)

Common Phrases and Expressions

iconoclastic viewpoint
A way of thinking that advocates criticism and change of traditional views.
ikonoklastikong pananaw

Related Words

iconoclasm
The act of destroying or rejecting sacred images or symbols.
ikonoklasmo

Slang Meanings

An idea or a person who fights against traditions or norms.
The iconoclast opposes the beliefs of the majority.
Sinasalungat ng ikonoklasta ang mga paniniwala ng nakararami.
A rebel or someone who does not follow established norms.
Sometimes, you need to be an iconoclast for change.
Minsan, kailangan din maging ikonoklasta para sa pagbabago.
Pushing modern ideas despite the usual practices.
Those iconoclasts often become an inspiration for others.
Yung mga ikonoklasta ay kadalasang nagiging inspirasyon sa iba.