Der Imperialismus
Example: Der Imperialismus prägte viele Länder im 19. Jahrhundert stark.
Definition
"Der Imperialismus" refers to a political and economic policy where a country extends its power and influence over other territories through colonization, military force, or economic dominance, often shaping the history and development of many nations, especially in the 19th century.
Etymology
The word "der Imperialismus" comes from the Latin term 'imperium,' meaning 'command' or 'empire,' combined with the suffix '-ismus,' which forms nouns indicating ideologies or systems. It gained prominence in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to describe the aggressive expansion policies of powerful nations.
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