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imperialist

ihm-PEER-ree-uh-lihst
adj
1
Relating to or supporting imperialism.
"Critics called the invasion an imperialist land grab."
noun
1
A person who supports or promotes imperialism.
"The pamphlet accused the government of being run by imperialists."

How to Use Imperialist

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In plain EnglishSomeone who backs imperialism, or something connected to it.

Word Forms

more imperialist comparative, imperialists plural, Imperialists plural, most imperialist superlative

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Etymology

From imperial + -ist.

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