A legitimidade
Example: A legitimidade das decisões depende do respeito às leis vigentes.
Definition
"Legitimacy" refers to the quality or state of being lawful, rightful, and in accordance with established laws or rules. It often relates to the acceptance and justification of decisions, actions, or authority based on legal or moral grounds.
Etymology
The word "legitimidade" comes from the Latin word 'legitimus,' meaning lawful or according to law. Over time, it evolved in Portuguese to express the concept of rightful authority or justification, especially in legal and historical contexts. Did you know that the idea of legitimacy has been central in political philosophy since ancient times?
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