The power structure
Example: The power structure in ancient Rome influenced all political decisions.
Definition
"The power structure" refers to the organized system or hierarchy through which authority and control are distributed and exercised within a society, organization, or government. It determines who holds influence and how decisions are made and enforced.
Etymology
The phrase "the power structure" combines "power," from Latin 'potere' meaning ability or capacity, and "structure," from Latin 'structura,' meaning arrangement or building. Together, they describe the arrangement of power within a social or political context. Did you know? The concept became widely discussed in sociology and political science during the 20th century as scholars studied how authority is maintained.
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"The power structure" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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