malison

Meanings

• noun

  A Cebuano term for a curse or a malevolent wish.

  - "Gamhan-an nga malison sa kasabuang gwapa nga lalaki."
  - "Ang lalake na iyon ay nagdala ng malison sa aking ina."

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Antonyms

benison

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Variants

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malison , malisons

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Etymology

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The origin of the word 'malison' is believed to have come from the Cebuano language, specifically from the root word 'lisud' which means difficulty or hardship, and the prefix 'ma-' which means 'to'. Together, it forms the word 'malison' which can be interpreted as 'a difficult or hard wish' or 'a curse'.

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Trivia

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1. In some parts of the Philippines, it is believed that a curse or a 'malison' can only be effective if it is spoken aloud and with sincerity.

2. The term 'malison' is not unique to the Cebuano language, and is also used in other Philippine languages such as Hiligaynon and Ilonggo.

3. In some cases, a 'malison' can be used as a form of revenge or retaliation against someone who has wronged you.

4. It is considered bad manners to curse or use a 'malison' in public or in the presence of children.

5. Some believe that a 'malison' can be lifted or reversed through the use of a counter-curse or a 'malasim'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Sangla: Another Cebuano term for a curse or a malevolent wish. It is often used interchangeably with 'malison'.

2. Sasabian: A Cebuano term for a hex or a malevolent charm. It is often used in conjunction with 'malison' or 'sangla' to refer to the physical object or talisman used to carry out the curse.

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Culture

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In Cebuano culture, the term 'malison' is often used to express a strong negative sentiment towards someone or something. It is considered a serious and malevolent wish, and is usually accompanied by a sincere hope that the person or thing being cursed will experience misfortune or suffering. In some cases, the term 'malison' may also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or circumstance that is particularly difficult or challenging.

How to Memorize "malison"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person making a curse sign with their hand, accompanied by a serious and determined expression. Imagine the person saying the word 'malison' with a deep, resonant voice.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'malison' with negative emotions such as anger, resentment, and hatred. Imagine the person who is the target of the curse experiencing misfortune or suffering.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'malison' with the image of a person making a curse sign and the sound of a deep, resonant voice. Repeat the word 'malison' several times to reinforce the association.

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