durchsetzten

Durchsetzten is a German word that can be used as both a verb and an adjective. As a verb, "durchsetzen" means to push through, to enforce, or to assert oneself. It implies overcoming resistance or opposition to achieve a goal. For example, someone might "durchsetzen" their will in a negotiation or "durchsetzen" a new policy in a company.

As an adjective, "durchsetzt" means permeated, interspersed, or studded with something. It describes a mixture where one element is scattered throughout another. For instance, a landscape could be "durchsetzt" with trees, meaning trees are scattered across it. Similarly, a fabric might be "durchsetzt" with metallic threads, indicating those threads are woven into the main material. The meaning depends heavily on the context in which it is used.