PoliticsJuly 13, 2026
imprimatur
/ˌɪmprɪˈmeɪtər/
Definition
Official sanction, approval, or endorsement given by an authority to someone or something.
Etymology
The word comes directly from the Latin 'imprimatur,' meaning 'let it be printed.' It originated in the Catholic Church as an official license granted by a bishop to authorize the publication of a religious work.
In the news
In this article, the term describes how Delcy Rodríguez governs Venezuela under the explicit approval and backing of the United States. It highlights that her leadership is validated solely by the American government's support.
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Read the full article ↗The New York Times