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    Mapagpilit (en. Insistent)

    ma-pa-gpi-lit

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Refers to a person or thing that continuously asserts or insists on a thing or situation.
    He is insistent in his arguments even with objections.
    Siya ay mapagpilit sa kanyang mga argumento kahit na may mga pagtutol.
    Shows pressure or insistence on a person to do something.
    His insistent behavior changed the decisions of his friends.
    Ang kanyang mapagpilit na ugali ay nakapagpabago sa desisyon ng kanyang mga kaibigan.
    Frequently advocates for his ideas or opinions with determination.
    The insistent professor did not back down from his students’ questions.
    Ang mapagpilit na propesor ay hindi nagpatinag sa mga tanong ng kanyang mga estudyante.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'pilit' with the prefix 'ma-' and the suffix '-in'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    insistent person
    A person with a strong desire to get what they want.
    mapagpilit na tao

    Related Words

    forced
    An adjective meaning compulsory or not voluntary.
    pilit
    advocacy
    A noun referring to the active promotion or support of an idea or goal.
    pagsusulong

    Slang Meanings

    hard-headed
    We're having so much fun, but there he is, so stubborn.
    Ang saya saya na natin, pero andiyan pa rin siya, basta pilit na pilit.
    persistent
    A persistent person, no matter what you say, they'll still follow.
    Yung mapagpilit na tao, kahit anong sabihin mo, susunod pa rin yan.
    repetitive
    Oh, she's that persistent one who always repeats the question.
    Naku, siya 'yung mapagpilit na laging nag-uulit ng tanong.