Kabal (en. Cabal)
/ˈkabəl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A secret group of people who discuss and plan things.
The members of the cabal gathered for their secret meeting.
Ang mga miyembro ng kabal ay nagtipon para sa kanilang lihim na pulong.
An organized group with negative aims or plots.
Many accusations suggest that politicians are part of a cabal.
Maraming akusasyon na ang mga pulitiko ay bahagi ng isang kabal.
Forming strategies or tactics behind others' backs.
The cabal planned their next move without the opposition's knowledge.
Ang kabal ay nagplano ng kanilang susunod na hakbang nang walang kaalaman ng oposisyon.
Etymology
Originating from the term 'kabal' referring to a group of people with a specific purpose or aim.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cabal of businessmen
A group of people involved in business looking out for their interests.
kabal ng mga negosyante
joining a cabal
The process of becoming part of a secret group.
pagsali sa kabal
Related Words
conspiracy
A plan or plot often with a secret aim.
komplot
conspirator
A person who is a member of a cabal or conspiracy.
konspirator
Slang Meanings
A unique personality or character that is engaging.
His kabal is super entertaining, even just with his attitude.
Ang kabal niya ay sobrang nakakaaliw, kahit sa angas lang siya.
A person with deep knowledge about difficult or esoteric matters.
He is the kabal in psychology matters at school, always with new ideas.
Siya ang kabal sa mga usaping sikolohiya sa school, laging may bagong ideya.