De tijdgeest
Example: De tijdgeest beïnvloedt onze opvattingen over sociale rechtvaardigheid.
Definition
"De tijdgeest" refers to the prevailing cultural, intellectual, and social climate or spirit of a particular period in history, influencing ideas and attitudes. For example, "De tijdgeest" affects our views on social justice, shaping collective beliefs and behaviors of the time.
Etymology
The Dutch word "de tijdgeest" combines "tijd" meaning 'time' and "geest" meaning 'spirit' or 'ghost.' It literally translates to 'the spirit of the time,' capturing the idea that each era has a unique atmosphere that influences people's thoughts and actions.
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"De tijdgeest" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (C2) - set 1", containing 95 commonly used words.
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