De machtsuitoefening
Example: De machtsuitoefening van de koning veranderde de politieke situatie drastisch.
Definition
"De machtsuitoefening" refers to the exercise or exertion of power, especially in a political or authoritative context. It involves the actions or processes through which a person or institution applies their control or influence over others, as in the phrase 'De machtsuitoefening van de koning veranderde de politieke situatie drastisch.'
Etymology
The Dutch term "de machtsuitoefening" is a compound word derived from 'macht' meaning power, and 'uitoefening' meaning exercise or practice. It literally translates to 'the exercise of power.' The word combines these elements to describe how power is actively applied or enforced.
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"De machtsuitoefening" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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exercise of power