form of state; national prestige; state system
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
form of state; state system; nature of the state
formalA specialized term in political science referring to the fundamental structure and class character of a state. It answers the question of who holds power.
The form of state in our country is the people's democratic dictatorship.
The constitution stipulates the state's form of government and system of government.
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In political science, the form of state mainly refers to the class character of political power.
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national prestige; national dignity; state's reputation
literaryA more traditional or literary usage, emphasizing the honor, face, and international standing of a nation as a whole.
We must safeguard national dignity and prestige.
This kind of behavior damages the nation's prestige.
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In diplomatic settings, one must always keep the nation's dignity in mind.