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    Matakwil (en. Avoidant)

    /ma-ta-k-wil/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Means to avoid or not participate.
    He is avoidant in conversations involving emotions.
    Siya ay matakwil sa mga pag-uusap na kinasasangkutan ng emosyon.
    Refers to the behavior of avoiding situations or people.
    His avoidant behavior causes conflict in their relationship.
    Ang kanyang matakwil na ugali ay nagdudulot ng hidwaan sa kanilang relasyon.
    Can also mean having fear or anxiety about deep connections.
    Many avoidant individuals struggle with forming strong connections.
    Marami sa mga matakwil na tao ang nahihirapan sa pagbuo ng matibay na koneksyon.

    Etymology

    From the word 'take off' meaning to run away or evade.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    avoidant of responsibility
    Evading responsibilities or obligations.
    matakwil sa responsibilidad
    avoidant of communication
    Not engaging in discussion or understanding.
    matakwil sa komunikasyon

    Related Words

    escape route
    A place where a person runs to evade.
    takbuhan
    fear
    An emotion that often causes people to avoid.
    takot

    Slang Meanings

    Lazy or apathetic about life
    He has a high salary, but he's lazy so he's not progressing in life.
    Ang laki ng sahod niya, pero matakwil siya kaya hindi siya umuusad sa buhay.
    Indecisive or procrastinating
    He's so indecisive that he can't figure out which course to take.
    Puro siya matakwil, kaya di malaman kung anong course kukunin.
    Uninterested or lacking enthusiasm
    That friend of mine is always uninterested in our plans.
    Matakwil yung tropa kong yun, lagi na lang siya walang gana sa mga plano namin.