absolute force
[/ˈæbsəluːt fɔːrs/]
nounpl: absolute forces
força absoluta
1. Unlimited or unrestricted power; authority that cannot be challenged or limited by law or other constraints
The dictator ruled with absolute force, allowing no opposition.
O ditador governou com força absoluta, não permitindo oposição.
2. In physics, a fundamental force or power that is not dependent on reference frames or relative conditions
The concept of absolute force in Newtonian mechanics has been refined by modern physics.
O conceito de força absoluta na mecânica newtoniana foi refinado pela física moderna.
3. Complete, undeniable power or strength used to enforce compliance or achieve objectives
The regime used absolute force to suppress any dissent.
O regime usou força absoluta para suprimir qualquer dissidência.
This term is frequently referenced in discussions of authoritarianism, political philosophy, and history. In Brazil, it often appears in political discourse regarding governance and state power. In the USA, it's commonly used when discussing tyranny, dictatorship, and separation of powers, reflecting the democratic values embedded in American political culture.
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