Imperialists

/ɪmˈpɪriəlɪsts/ noun

Definition

People who support or practice imperialism, the policy of extending a country's power and control over other territories and peoples.

Etymology

From 'imperial' (relating to an empire) plus '-ist' (one who practices). The term became common during the 19th century when European powers were colonizing Africa and Asia.

Kelly Says

The word 'imperialist' became one of the harshest insults in 20th-century politics—both communists and independence movements weaponized it as a symbol of oppression!

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