Word
hegemony
Phoneticshege·mo·ny
US/hiˈdʒɛməni/
UK/hˈɛdʒɪməni/
Definition
n. the power or control that one group or country has over others. It is often used to describe how a strong leader or nation influences everyone else.
n. the dominance or leadership of one social group or nation over others within a system. Often implies that this power is maintained through cultural or economic influence rather than just military force.
Examples
“The empire maintained its hegemony over the region for centuries.”
“Political scientists often debate whether the current global hegemony of a single superpower is coming to an end.”
“Cultural hegemony occurs when the ruling class manipulates the value system of a society so that their own view becomes the accepted cultural norm.”
Examples
simple
“The empire maintained its hegemony over the region for centuries.”
contextual
“Political scientists often debate whether the current global hegemony of a single superpower is coming to an end.”
complex
“Cultural hegemony occurs when the ruling class manipulates the value system of a society so that their own view becomes the accepted cultural norm.”
Usage
Often used in political or academic contexts; frequently paired with 'over' to indicate the subjects of the dominance.
Real-World Examples
“Likewise, the Chinese models, for all their openness, are built to further the project of global hegemony.” “Even Prime Minister Mark Carney has talked of American “hegemony” and a “rupture” with a friend that is no longer reliable and signs its agreements in pencil.” Domains
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