Associations to the word «Imperialism»

Wiktionary

IMPERIALISM, noun. The policy of forcefully extending a nation's authority by territorial gain or by the establishment of economic and political dominance over other nations.

Dictionary definition

IMPERIALISM, noun. A policy of extending your rule over foreign countries.
IMPERIALISM, noun. A political orientation that advocates imperial interests.
IMPERIALISM, noun. Any instance of aggressive extension of authority.

Wise words

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Friedrich Nietzsche