postcolonial
Translation
post-colonial
Examples
We are studying postcolonial literature.
We are studying post-colonial literature.
The country faced many postcolonial challenges.
The country faced many post-colonial challenges.
Grammar Patterns
postcolonial + ((noun)) relating to the period after colonialism The book is a work of post-colonial fiction.
Similar Words
Synonyms: post-imperial; Antonyms: colonial, pre-colonial
Etymology
From the prefix 'post-' (after) and 'colonial' (relating to a colony). It means 'after the colonial period'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'post-' means 'after,' and 'colonial' relates to colonies. So, 'after the time of colonies'.