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 regime is a governing system or a power faction that holds control over a state during a specific period. This term refers technically to the “management” or administrative “governance” by the ruling authority in executing public policy.
pemerintah
The body or organization managing the state.
pemerintahan
The most neutral equivalent in formal Indonesian.
penguasa
Refers to the actor or subject exercising power.
penguasa lalim
An expression referring to an authoritarian or oppressive regime.
orde
Often used to refer to specific eras of power in Indonesia.
The word is borrowed from the Dutch regime which originates from the French régime and the Latin regimen meaning direction or rule. In the Indonesian sociopolitical context, this word often carries a neutral connotation in academic realms but can shift to become pejorative or critical depending on the political discourse developing within society.
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Definition: A sequence of stories, explanations, or statements arranged in order to convey a particular message or point of view. In informal contexts, “narasi” often refers to the way someone frames an issue, event, or argument to sound convincing and aligned with a particular party's interests.
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