Oposisi
Definition & Context
Noun
A word that functions as the name of a specific object or set of objects, such as living creatures, places, actions, qualities, states of existence, or ideas.
A party that exists outside of the government and acts as a supervisor or balancer to the current “power” policies.
Synonyms & Variants
penyeimbang
Emphasizes the oversight function in a more neutral manner
Usage Notes or Etymology
The word “oposisi” originates from the Latin oppositio, meaning opposition or a counter-position. In modern political history, this term was absorbed into the Indonesian language via the Dutch oppositie to refer to groups not involved in the governing cabinet. Culturally, this term has become crucial in the Indonesian democratic system to maintain the “check and balance” mechanism between state institutions to prevent the abuse of authority.
Real-world Usage
Partai itu memutuskan menjadi oposisi agar kebijakan pemerintah tetap terkontrol dengan baik.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.
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