El imperialismo
Example: El imperialismo europeo transformó muchas regiones durante el siglo XIX.
Definition
"El imperialismo" refers to the policy or practice by which a country increases its power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means. It often involves dominating other territories or peoples, especially during the 19th century European expansion.
Etymology
The term "el imperialismo" derives from the Latin word 'imperium,' meaning command or empire. It evolved in the 19th century to describe the aggressive expansion policies of powerful nations, particularly in Europe. Did you know? The word gained prominence during the era of colonial conquests and global power struggles.
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"El imperialismo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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