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Imperialism: meaning, definitions and examples

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imperialism

 

[ ษชmหˆpษชrษชษ™หŒlษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

political ideology

Imperialism is a policy or ideology of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force. It often involves the domination of one nation over another, controlling its resources, trade, and government. This practice can impact the culture, economy, and society of the dominated nation. Throughout history, imperialism has appeared in various forms, from colonization during the Age of Discovery to modern economic imperialism. Critics argue that imperialism exploits and oppresses the nations and peoples it envelops.

Synonyms

colonialism, dominance, expansionism

Examples of usage

  • The era of British imperialism reshaped many parts of the world.
  • Critics contend that economic imperialism perpetuates inequalities.
  • The legacy of imperialism is felt in former colonies today.

Translations

Translations of the word "imperialism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น imperialismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคฎเฅเคฐเคพเคœเฅเคฏเคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Imperialismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ imperialisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะผะฟะตั€ั–ะฐะปั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ imperializm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅธๅ›ฝไธป็พฉ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท impรฉrialisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ imperialismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท emperyalizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ œ๊ตญ์ฃผ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฅู…ุจุฑูŠุงู„ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ imperialismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ imperializmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅธๅ›ฝไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ imperializem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ heimsvaldastefna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธะผะฟะตั€ะธะฐะปะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒ›แƒžแƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ imperializm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ imperialismo

Etymology

The word 'imperialism' has its roots in the Latin 'imperium', which means 'command' or 'empire'. Its modern usage emerged in the late 19th century during a period marked by aggressive territorial expansion by European powers and the United States. This period, often referred to as the 'New Imperialism', saw industrialized nations seeking to expand their empires through colonization and conquest. The term gained popularity in both academic and political discourse, as intellectuals and activists began to analyze the motivations and consequences of empire-building. Initially viewed as a tool for civilizing missions, imperialism later faced significant criticism for its role in exploitation and oppression, leading to various independence movements in the 20th century. Today, the term encompasses a wide range of practices and policies beyond traditional colonialism, including economic and cultural dominance.

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Position #8,747 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.