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Power that is recognized as legitimate, or morally just, by members of a society or social group. Also, power that is institutionalized and thus routinely obeyed.
Broader terms
power
Related terms
leadership
legitimacy
Subject category
05.01.03 SOCIAL RELATIONS
Indexing history
Added 2006. For publications indexed before 2006, see patronage.
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