hegemony
Translation
hegemony, dominance, leadership
Examples
The country established economic hegemony over the region.
The country established economic hegemony over the region.
They discussed the cultural hegemony of Western media.
They discussed the cultural hegemony of Western media.
Grammar Patterns
((over sth./sb.)) leadership or dominance over (sth./sb.) The country has hegemony over its neighbors.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dominance, supremacy, leadership; Antonyms: subordination
Etymology
From Greek 'hēgemonia' meaning 'leadership, rule', from 'hēgemōn' meaning 'leader'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'huge money' giving a country power and hegemony.