Pagkasuklam (en. Revulsion)

/pag-ka-suk-lam/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A deep disappointment or anger caused by something or someone.
There is a feeling of revulsion towards his wrongdoings.
Nararamdaman ang pagkasuklam sa kanyang mga maling gawain.
An emotion that expresses intense dislike.
The revulsion against unjust actions is disheartening.
Ang pagkasuklam sa mga hindi makatarungang hakbang ay nakakabigo.
A reaction stemming from complex experiences.
His revulsion to the situation is a result of his past experiences.
Ang kanyang pagkasuklam sa sitwasyon ay bunga ng kanyang nakaraang karanasan.

Etymology

root word: sukla

Common Phrases and Expressions

I have a revulsion towards lies.
Expresses a strong dislike for deceit.
May pagkasuklam ako sa kasinungalingan.
You are the cause of my revulsion.
Indicates that someone is provoking strong negative feelings.
Ikaw ay nagiging sanhi ng aking pagkasuklam.

Related Words

suklam
A deeper feeling of dislike and anger.
suklam
sukdulang galit
The highest level of anger or revulsion.
sukdulang galit

Slang Meanings

extreme disgust
I'm extremely disgusted by what he did to me!
Suklam na sukla ako sa ginawa niya sa akin!
having a bad mood or being upset
I'm really in a bad mood with him! I don't want to see him.
Nagrabe naman ang sumpong ko sa kanya! Ayaw ko na makita siya.
intense anger or hatred
I'm really mad about what's happening at school!
Poot na poot ako sa mga nangyayari sa school!