De gelijkheid
Example: De gelijkheid tussen mensen was belangrijk tijdens de revolutie.
Definition
"De gelijkheid" refers to the state or quality of being equal, especially in social, political, or legal contexts. It emphasizes the idea that all people should have the same rights, status, and opportunities, as highlighted during revolutionary movements.
Etymology
The Dutch phrase "de gelijkheid" comes from the root word "gelijk," meaning 'equal,' combined with the suffix "-heid," which denotes a state or condition. This formation is similar to the English suffix '-ity,' turning an adjective into a noun that expresses a concept or quality.
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"De gelijkheid" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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