De machtsbalans
Example: De machtsbalans tussen de landen veranderde na het verdrag.
Definition
"De machtsbalans" refers to the distribution of power among countries or groups, ensuring no single entity becomes dominant. It describes the equilibrium in political or military strength that maintains stability and prevents conflicts, as seen in the phrase: 'De machtsbalans tussen de landen veranderde na het verdrag.'
Etymology
The Dutch term "de machtsbalans" combines "macht," meaning power or might, and "balans," borrowed from Latin 'bilanx,' meaning balance. This compound reflects the concept of balancing power, especially in political or historical contexts. Did you know? The idea of balancing power has been central to diplomacy since ancient times.
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"De machtsbalans" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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