integrating force
[ɪn'teɡreɪtɪŋ fɔrs]
nounpl: integrating forces
força integradora
1. A force or factor that brings together disparate elements, groups, or systems into a unified whole
Education serves as an integrating force in society, bringing people from different backgrounds together.
A educação funciona como uma força integradora na sociedade, reunindo pessoas de diferentes origens.
2. In mathematics and physics, a mathematical function or operation that combines or unifies different components or variables
The integrating force in the equation helped to solve the complex differential problem.
A força integradora na equação ajudou a resolver o problema diferencial complexo.
3. In social and political contexts, an element that promotes unity and cohesion among diverse groups
Language can be an integrating force among immigrant communities.
A língua pode ser uma força integradora entre comunidades de imigrantes.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian academic, political, and social contexts when discussing nation-building, cultural diversity, and social cohesion. It reflects the Brazilian emphasis on 'integração' as a core value in a multicultural society. In the USA, the term appears frequently in educational policy discussions and organizational management literature.
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