Example: Geopolitics often shapes the alliances between powerful nations.
Definition
"Geopolitics" refers to the study of the effects of geography (human and physical) on international politics and relations. It examines how geographic factors such as location, resources, and physical terrain influence political power, strategy, and the interactions between nations.
Translations
geopolítica
geopolitiek
geopolítica
géopolitique
Geopolitik
Etymology
The word "geopolitics" combines the Greek root 'geo-' meaning 'earth' or 'land' and 'politics,' derived from the Greek 'politikos,' meaning 'of citizens or the state.' The term emerged in the late 19th century to describe the influence of geographic factors on political decisions and power dynamics.
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"Geopolitics" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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