imperialism
Pronunciation
/ˌɪmˈpɪɹiəˌɫɪzəm/

Definition & Meaning of "imperialism"in English

Imperialism
01

a system in which one country controls or has influence over other countries, often by winning wars against them

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
imperialisms
Examples
The rise of imperialism in the 19th century led to the expansion of European empires.
02

any instance of aggressive extension of authority

03

a political orientation that advocates imperial interests

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