Kamuhian (en. Aversion)

/kamuˈhɪ.an/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A strong dislike or hatred towards something or someone.
His aversion to spoiled food was evident.
Ang kanyang kamuhian sa bulok na pagkain ay halata.

Etymology

From the word 'muhian' meaning 'dislike' or 'hate.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

aversion to lies
Strong dislike for falsehoods or untruths.
kamuhian sa kasinungalingan

Related Words

hate
The word 'hate' refers to the feeling of aversion or disgust.
muhi
revulsion
A synonym of 'kamuhian' that refers to a more intense form of aversion.
pagsuklam

Slang Meanings

Extreme distance or emotional detachment from a person.
These friends have such enmity now, they don't even talk anymore.
Sobrang kamuhian na ng mga magkaibigan na 'to, hindi na sila nag-uusap.
Annoyance or being fed up with someone and considering them undesirable.
His classmates have grown to dislike him because of his behavior.
Kamuhian na siya ng mga kaklase niya dahil sa ugali niya.
Regret or disappointment in a situation caused by someone.
Due to the enmity, he realized he shouldn't have trusted him.
Dahil sa kamuhian, napagtanto niyang hindi na siya dapat nagtiwala sa kanya.