hegemony
heh-JEM-uh-nee · noun
Dominance or leadership exercised by one group, state, or culture over others.
Memory connection
Picture “hey, gem—money”
One cartel controls every gem and coin, sets the rules, and makes the surrounding merchants operate under its dominance.
The sound cue helps you reach the scene; the action in the scene carries you from the scene to the definition.
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Meaning in context
The alliance was designed to challenge the empire’s regional hegemony.
The essay examines how cultural hegemony can make one group’s assumptions appear universal.
Hegemony is common in politics, international relations, and cultural theory. It refers to sustained dominance, not merely a single victory.
Common patterns
- regional hegemony
- cultural hegemony
- establish hegemony
Quick check
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What does regional hegemony imply?
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