vigente
effect · current
Word: vigente
Explanation in English:
The Spanish adjective "vigente" means "in force," "valid," "current," or "effective." It is used to describe something, typically a law, regulation, rule, document, or agreement, that is currently active and legally or officially valid.
Parts:
- Root: vigente comes from the verb vigir (though this verb is archaic), related to vigorous or the idea of having power or effectiveness.
- It functions as an adjective and doesn’t have prefixes or suffixes that alter meaning here.
Examples in Context:
- "La ley vigente" = The current/valid law
- "El contrato está vigente" = The contract is valid (in force)
Spanish synonyms:
- actual (current)
- válido (valid)
- en vigor (in force)
- eficaz (effective)
Spanish antonyms:
- caducado (expired)
- inválido (invalid)
- anulado (canceled/nullified)
- derogado (repealed, when referring to laws or regulations)
Summary:
"Vigente" means something is currently valid or has legal effect; it applies particularly to laws, contracts, and official documents. It emphasizes the current and active status of what it describes.
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Examples
Esa ley sigue vigente en el país.adjective
That law is still in effect in the country.
Las normas vigentes deben cumplirse en todas las instituciones.adjective
The current regulations must be followed in all institutions.
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