Jõustutab

Jõustutab is Estonian a verb in the third person singular present tense, corresponding to the infinitive jõustutada. The basic sense of the word is to empower, authorize, or give legal or formal force to something, such as a rule, decision, or authority. In broader usage it can also mean to strengthen or reinforce a system, procedure, or organizational powers.

Etymology and related forms: the verb is derived from the noun jõud (strength) with a causative suffix, forming a word that conveys enabling or granting force. Related forms include jõustutab (present), jõustutas (past), and infinitive jõustutada. The intransitive counterpart is jõustub or jõustuda, often used to indicate that something comes into force or takes effect, rather than being actively empowered by someone else.

Usage notes: jõustutab is typically used in legal, administrative, or organizational contexts, where a person or body grants authority, enacts a rule, or assigns powers. It is distinct from but related to kehtestama (to establish) and kehtima (to be in force). While jõustub often describes a law or regulation coming into effect, jõustutab focuses on the act of giving something that force or authority.

Examples:

- Valitsus jõustutab uue eeskirja järgmisel kuul.

- Juhtkond jõustutab organisatsiooni uue struktuuri volitustega.

- Määrus jõustutas töötajate õigused alates järgmisest finantsaastast.