Paghihimukto (en. Revolt)

/pagiˈhimukto/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An action or movement against an authority or system.
The people's revolt brought significant change to society.
Ang paghihimukto ng mga tao ay nagdala ng malaking pagbabago sa lipunan.
A resistance or victory against unjust conditions.
The revolt against abusive leaders should continue.
Ang paghihimukto sa mga abusadong lider ay dapat ipagpatuloy.
A change to achieve freedom or rights.
The citizens' revolt paved the way for their freedom.
Ang paghihimukto ng mga mamamayan ay nagbigay-daan sa kanilang kalayaan.

Etymology

from the root word 'himukto' meaning 'to carry out a revolution or recovery.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

mass revolt
The uprising of the majority of people for a cause.
paghihimukto ng masa

Related Words

insurrection
A broader uprising against a political regime.
himagsikan
disobedience
The active resistance or opposition to rules or commands.
pagsuway

Slang Meanings

defiance to orders
That's why he no longer trusts you, because you showed him defiance.
Kaya wala na siyang tiwala sa'yo, kasi nag-paghihimukto ka sa kanya.
rebellion
The youth today are hard to control; they have rebellions against the system.
Yung mga kabataan ngayon, mahirap silang kontrolin, may mga paghihimukto sila sa sistema.
opposition
Due to his defiance, a conflict arose in the group.
Dahil sa kanyang paghihimukto, nagka-ugat ang hidwaan sa grupo.