La dictadura
Example: La dictadura duró diez años en ese país sudamericano.
Definition
"La dictadura" refers to a form of government where absolute power is concentrated in the hands of a single ruler or a small group, often characterized by the absence of democratic processes and suppression of political opposition, as seen in the phrase: La dictadura duró diez años en ese país sudamericano.
Etymology
The word "la dictadura" comes from the Latin term 'dictatura,' which referred to the office of a dictator in ancient Rome, a magistrate with extraordinary powers appointed during emergencies. Over time, the meaning evolved to describe any authoritarian regime where power is centralized and unchecked.
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"La dictadura" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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