Governar
Example: Os líderes devem governar com justiça e responsabilidade.
Definition
"Governar" means to exercise control or authority over a country, organization, or group, making decisions and enforcing laws or policies to manage and lead effectively. It implies ruling with responsibility and justice, as in guiding a society or state.
Etymology
The word "governar" comes from the Latin verb 'gubernare,' which means to steer or direct a ship, metaphorically extended to mean guiding or ruling. Did you know that the original sense relates to steering, highlighting the idea of leading or controlling a group or state?
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