강대국이 군사적, 경제적 수단으로 다른 나라나 민족을 지배하려는 정책이나 사상.
A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy, economic pressure, or military force.
예문:
"The history of the continent was deeply scarred by centuries of European imperialism."
"Critics argued that the aggressive trade agreement was a modern form of economic imperialism."
"The movement was founded on the principles of resistance against foreign imperialism."
황제가 국가의 주권을 쥐고 직접 다스리는 정치 체제.
A system of government or rule by an emperor or empress.
예문:
"The transition from a republic to imperialism marked a significant shift in Roman history."
"Under the era of imperialism, the monarch held absolute power over all domestic affairs."