Negatiba (en. Negative)

ne-ga-ti-ba

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A statement or condition that has an opposing view or opinion.
The negative aspect of his argument did not help his credibility.
Ang negatiba sa kanyang argumento ay hindi nakatulong sa kanyang kredibilidad.
Having negative effects or results.
The negative outcome of uninformed decisions surfaced in due time.
Ang negatiba ng walang kaalamang desisyon ay lumabas sa takdang panahon.
A period or state full of obstacles or fear.
The negative aspect of the situation emphasized the need for action.
Ang negatiba sa sitwasyon ay nagbigay-diin sa pangangailangan ng aksyon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

negative thinking
A type of thinking that has high barriers to positive viewpoints.
negatibong pag-iisip
negative effect
A harmful result that arises from an action or situation.
negatibong epekto

Related Words

negation
A statement of denial or opposition to an idea or belief.
negasyon
opposition
An act of disagreement or dissent.
pagsalungat

Slang Meanings

Negative vibes
He has so much negatiba, I'm no longer happy with him.
Dami niyang negatiba, hindi na ako natutuwa sa kanya.
Pessimistic attitude
Why are you always negatiba? You should be more positive!
Bakit palagi kang negatiba? Dapat mas positive ka!
Debbie Downer
Our group has such a negatiba, they oppose everything.
Ang laking negatiba ng tropa natin, lahat na lang sinasalungat.