Neoimperialism
//ˌniː.əʊ.ɪmˈpɪə.ɹi.ə.lɪ.z(ə)m// noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 A contemporary form of imperialism; modern imperialistic practices by a country, such as using influence and power to dominate smaller countries. uncountable, usually
"[T]he Turkish Government should from now on recognize and act upon the assumption that Russian neo-imperialism is a definite threat to the safety and independence of Turkey."
Example
More examples"[T]he Turkish Government should from now on recognize and act upon the assumption that Russian neo-imperialism is a definite threat to the safety and independence of Turkey."
Etymology
PIE word *h₁én From neo- (prefix meaning ‘contemporary; new’) + imperialism.
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