Pagtaliwas (en. Contradiction)

pag-ta-li-was

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The condition of being contrary or not aligning with an idea, truth, or principle.
The contradiction between his words and actions is surprising.
Ang pagtaliwas ng kanyang mga salita sa kanyang mga gawa ay nakagugulat.
A form of thinking or logic where an argument is not in agreement.
There are contradictions in the arguments of experts on this issue.
May mga pagtaliwas sa mga argumento ng mga eksperto sa isyung ito.
The difference between expectations and the actual outcome.
The contradiction between the expected result and the actual effects should be examined.
Ang pagtaliwas sa inaasahang resulta at sa mga tunay na epekto ay dapat suriin.

Etymology

From the word 'taliwas' which means 'contrary' or 'not in accordance with what is commonly expected'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

contradiction to the truth
The state of being contrary to specific truths.
pagtaliwas sa katotohanan
contradiction of ideas
The complex differences between viewpoints or arguments.
pagtaliwas ng mga ideya

Related Words

contrary
Means not agreeing or opposing.
taliwas
opposite
Means having an opposing characteristic.
salungat

Slang Meanings

opposition or resistance
It seems like we always oppose others' opinions.
Parang lagi na lang tayong sa pagtaliwas sa opinyon ng iba.
differing views
Our ideas for the project are so different.
Sobrang pagtaliwas ng ideya namin sa proyekto.
disagreement
The clear disagreement on the budget caused the opposition.
Naging dahilan ng pagtaliwas ang maliwanag na hindi pagkakasunduan sa budget.