hegemony
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
Dominance or control by one group, country, or idea over others.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
dominance
supremacy
Usage notes
"Hegemony" is common in political science and history writing but rare in everyday conversation.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The empire maintained _____ over the region for nearly two centuries."
Answer: hegemony
In your own words, what does "hegemony" mean?
Dominance or control by one group, country, or idea over others.
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