Tega

from jawa

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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'.

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