Imperialism
Nounअधिपत्य, साम्राज्यवाद
Definition
The policy or practice of a powerful country seeking to extend or maintain its authority over other countries or regions.
Contextual Sentence: "The colonial era saw European imperialism exploit weaker nations for economic gain, leaving lasting scars on their societies."
💡 Memory Hook (Mnemonic): Think of 'imperial' (like an emperor) + 'ism' (practice) → 'Ruling over others' = Imperialism.
Synonyms
colonialism
expansionism
domination
Antonyms
liberation
autonomy
independence