ultimatums

Meanings

• noun

  The final and usually unacceptable demand or proposition made by one party to another. In Afrikaans, it translates to 'die laatste voorwaarde'.

  - "Die bedrijf dee een ultimatum aan die regering om die belastingsverhogings te terugtrek."
  - "Sy gee haar eis as 'n ultimatum."
  - "Het was 'n ultimatum: sluit die akasie of ons gaan weg."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with ultimatums
prematums , matrimoniums

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Variants

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ultimata , ultimatum , ultimatums

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Etymology

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The term 'ultimatum' comes from the Latin word 'ultimus', meaning 'last'. It refers to the final demand or proposition made before taking drastic action.

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Trivia

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1. An ultimatum can be given orally or in writing.

2. The term 'ultimatum' is often used in international relations and diplomacy.

3. The longest recorded ultimatum was given by the Roman Emperor Julius Caesar to the Senate, which demanded that they either make him dictator for life or face war.

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Related Concepts

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1. demand: A request or call for something that is necessary or desired, often with the expectation that it will be granted.

2. proposition: An idea or plan put forward for consideration or discussion.

3. deadline: A final date by which something must be completed.

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Culture

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In Afrikaans literature, the term 'ultimatum' is often used in political contexts, such as during negotiations between governments or factions. It can also be used figuratively to refer to any final demand or proposition.

How to Memorize "ultimatums"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a final demand or proposition being made between two parties. Visualize the tension and urgency surrounding the situation.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'ultimatum' with the idea of finality and urgency. Think of it as the last chance for resolution before drastic action is taken.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'U Last T Me' to remember the meaning of 'ultimatum': 'U' for 'unacceptable', 'Last' for 'last', and 'T Me' for 'the final demand'.

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