Jõustatav

Jõustatav is a term used in Estonian language and culture. It is often used to refer to a device or a machine that needs to be incorporated or added force or power to operate it properly. This can be in the form of fuel, electricity, or other external energy source.

In some contexts, jõustatav can also mean a person who is physically strengthened or empowered. This interpretation is often used in phrases such as "tugitiku jõustatav", where "tugitiku" means 'stronger' or 'more powerful'. This phrase can describe someone who has gained more strength, physical or mental, to accomplish a task or achieve a goal.

The word jõustatav is derived from the Estonian verb 'jõustama', which means 'to strengthen' or 'to empower'. This verb, in turn, is related to the word 'jõud', which means 'force' or 'power'. The nuance of the word jõustatav is that it implies a state of being empowered or strengthened over time through some external factor.

In modern Estonian language, the word has mainly survived in idiomatic expressions and compound words. While the meaning of 'jõustatav' has been influenced by technological advancements and the widespread use of machines and devices that require an external power source, the core idea of a device needing an external force or power remains present.

In a broader sense, the concept of jõustatav reflects the ongoing theme of balance between internal and external factors that contribute to achieving strength, empowerment, or both.