Rechtvaardig
Example: Het is belangrijk om een rechtvaardig oordeel te vellen in conflicten.
Definition
"Rechtvaardig" describes a quality of being fair and just, especially in making decisions or judgments. It implies treating people with impartiality and giving everyone what they deserve, as illustrated in the phrase: 'It is important to make a rechtvaardig judgment in conflicts.'
Etymology
The word "rechtvaardig" comes from Dutch, combining 'recht' meaning 'right' or 'law' and 'vaardig' meaning 'capable' or 'skillful.' Together, they convey the idea of being capable of doing what is right or just. Did you know this word reflects the importance of law and skill in fairness?
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"Rechtvaardig" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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