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    Pagmamalabis (en. Exaggeration)

    pag-ma-ma-la-bis

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An excessive statement or translation of something that is not true.
    His stories are full of exaggeration.
    Ang kanyang mga kwento ay puno ng pagmamalabis.
    Denial or violation of the true measurement or value of something.
    The exaggeration of details caused confusion.
    Ang pagmamalabis sa mga detalye ay nagdulot ng pagkalito.
    To attract others' attention through excessive expression or unrealistic information.
    The exaggeration of complaints gives a false impression.
    Ang pagmamalabis sa reklamo ay nagbibigay ng maling impresyon.

    Etymology

    From the roots 'wrong' and 'abuse', meaning excessive use or misuse.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    exaggeration in assertiveness
    Excessive focus on one's opinions or rights.
    pagmamalabis sa asertibidad
    exaggeration of the past
    Giving excessive emphasis to past events.
    pagmamalabis sa nakaraan

    Related Words

    saying
    The act of stating something about a person or thing.
    pagsasabi
    overstatement
    Description that is overly pronounced or inaccurate.
    overstatement

    Slang Meanings

    Overreacting or exaggerating a situation.
    You're really overreacting, making a big deal out of something so simple.
    Grabe na 'tong pagmamalabis mo, sobrang big deal mo na sa simpleng bagay.
    Making a mountain out of a molehill.
    The way you talked to him, it was like you were exaggerating it too much.
    Yung pagkakausap mo sa kanya, parang pagmamalabis na masyadong malala.
    Drama queen or king.
    He doesn’t want to show off, but when he’s told he’s not invited, he’s overreacting again!
    Ayaw na magpaka-pabibo, pero pag sinabing hindi siya invited, pagmamalabis na naman!