Tega
from jawa
Verified
Standard
adjective
Abstract Concept
From jawa
Definition
Devoid of pity; indifferent to others' suffering; hard-hearted enough to do something cruel.
Etymology
Loanword from Javanese 'tega' meaning 'unwilling' or 'hard-hearted'. Entered Indonesian through cultural contact, expanded meaning to 'merciless' and 'cruel'.
Semantic Category
Intangible concepts that cannot be physically touched (e.g., ide, rencana).
Abstract Concept