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hegemonical


Meanings
  • adjective

    exercising control or influence over others, typically by imposing one's will or dominating the political or social scene

    - "The hegemonical power of the corporation over the industry is undeniable."
    - "The hegemonical leader demanded obedience from his followers."

Variants
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hegemonic , hegemonies , hegemony
Etymology
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derived from the Ancient Greek word 'hegemon' meaning leader, ruler, or commander


Trivia
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  1. The term 'hegemonical' was popularized in the 20th century by the Italian Marxist Antonio Gramsci.

  2. In linguistics, 'hegemonical' is also used to describe a language or dialect that has dominant status in a particular region or society.


Related Concepts
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  1. hegemony: A system of social, political, or cultural influence exerted by a dominant group over others.

  2. ideology: A set of beliefs or values that shapes an individual's or group's perception of reality and informs their actions.


Culture
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The term 'hegemonical' has been used extensively in critical theory and cultural studies to analyze power dynamics in society, particularly in relation to gender, race, and class.

How to Memorize "hegemonical"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a leader standing at the front of a crowd, giving orders and having complete control over the situation.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'hegemonical' with the idea of power and control.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic using the acronym H-E-G-E-M-O-N-I-C-A-L: 'Having Extensive Governmental, Economic, Military, Organizational, National, Ideological, Cultural, and Legal power.'


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