Mapaglabag (en. Violator)

ma-pa-glá-bag

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or thing that violates laws or rules.
The violator is responsible for actions against the law.
Ang mapaglabag ay responsable sa mga pagkilos na labag sa batas.
adjective
Descriptive of a violation of rules or laws.
The violative act has penalties.
Ang mapaglabag na kilos ay may mga kaparusahan.

Etymology

The word 'mapaglabag' is derived from the word 'labag' which means 'to violate'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

violator of the law
A person who violates established laws.
mapaglabag sa batas

Related Words

violation
An act indicating a breach of law or regulation.
labag

Slang Meanings

severe defiance
He's really defiant, he argues with the teacher no matter what instruction is given.
Sobrang mapaglabag siya, kahit anong utos ng guro ay sinusungitan niya.
to go against the law
People became defiant against this new law, which caused chaos.
Naging mapaglabag ang mga tao sa bagong batas na ito, kaya't nagkagulo.
rebel
He really likes to be defiant, that's why he often gets into trouble.
Mahilig talaga siyang maging mapaglabag, kaya madalas siyang napapahamak.