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imperalist


Meanings
  • noun

    A person who supports or advocates for imperialism, the policy of extending a country's influence and control over weaker nations.

    - "The imperialist powers sought to expand their territories through colonization."
    - "The anti-imperialist movement opposed the expansionist policies of the imperialist nations."

Variants
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imperialism , imperialisms , imperialist , imperialistic , imperialistically , imperialists , anti-imperialism , anti-imperialisms , anti-imperialist , anti-imperialists
Etymology
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derived from the term 'imperial' and the suffix '-ist', indicating a person who advocates or practices imperialism


Trivia
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  1. The term 'imperialist' was first used in the late 19th century to describe the European powers' colonial expansion.

  2. The United States, despite not having colonies, has been considered an imperialist power due to its economic and political influence over other countries.


Related Concepts
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  1. Colonialism: A form of imperialism where a powerful country occupies and exploits a weaker country, often through the establishment of colonies.

  2. Globalization: A process of increasing interconnectedness and interdependence among countries, often leading to the spread of economic, political, and cultural influences.


Culture
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Imperialism has been a significant theme in literature, particularly during the colonial era, with works such as Joseph Conrad's 'Heart of Darkness' and Rudyard Kipling's 'The White Man's Burden' exploring its implications. The term is also used metaphorically to describe dominance or control in various contexts.

How to Memorize "imperalist"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a person waving a flag representing an imperialist power, or imagine a map with territories being added to an empire.

  2. associate

    - Associate the term with historical figures like Queen Victoria or Cecil Rhodes, who were known for their imperialistic pursuits.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Imperialist: I Make People Act Like Servants'.


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