Relating to, characteristic of, or promoting colonialism; having the attitudes or practices of colonial expansion and control.
From 'colonialist' + '-ic,' forming an adjective that describes attitudes, practices, or policies. This adjectival form allows the concept to be applied more broadly to systems and ideologies.
Calling someone's behavior 'colonialistic' is particularly powerful because it connects modern attitudes to historical imperialism—it suggests someone is treating others like colonial powers treated colonized peoples.
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