imperialism
noun/ɪmˈpɪriəlɪzəm/
Frequency rank: #8,770 most common English word
Meaning
A policy or practice by which a powerful country extends its control over weaker countries or territories.
Example sentence
Many historians argue that imperialism caused great suffering to people living in colonized lands.
Synonyms & related words
- colonialism
- expansionism
- domination
- subjugation
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