De dictatuur
Example: De dictatuur in dat land duurde meer dan tien jaar.
Definition
"De dictatuur" refers to a system of government where absolute power is held by a single ruler or a small group, often without democratic processes. It typically involves strict control over many aspects of life, with limited political freedoms or opposition.
Etymology
The word "de dictatuur" comes from the Latin word 'dictatura,' which referred to the office or term of a dictator in ancient Rome. The term evolved to describe any oppressive or absolute rule. Did you know that originally, a dictator in Rome was appointed temporarily during emergencies, unlike the permanent control implied today?
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"De dictatuur" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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