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imperialist

adjectivemasculine/femininegeneral usecommon/ĩpɨɾjɐˈliʃtɐ/im·pe·ri·a·lis·ta

Definition

1

Relating to or supporting imperialism; advocating or practicing the extension of a nation's power through territorial acquisition or political/economic dominance.

Usage examples

The 19th century was marked by intense imperialist rivalry among European powers.
She wrote a book critiquing imperialist foreign policy.

Common combinations

imperialist powerimperialist policyimperialist ambitions