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hegemony

The word “hegemony” has 4 syllables: he-gem-o-ny

It's pronounced as /hɪˈdʒɛməni/

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In the thesaurus, “hegemony” has 42 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for hegemony along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for hegemony

Antonyms for hegemony

Meanings of hegemony

  • noun
    1. Domination, influence, or authority over another, especially by one political group over a society or by one nation over others.
    2. Dominance of one social group over another, such that the ruling group or hegemon acquires some degree of consent from the subordinate, as opposed to dominance purely by force.

Example Sentences

  • The empire maintained its hegemony over nearby territories for centuries.
  • Some critics argue that cultural hegemony shapes public opinion.
  • The nation’s economic hegemony influenced global markets.
  • The book discusses the rise and decline of political hegemony.
  • Military strength helped the kingdom establish regional hegemony.

On this page you'll find 47 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hegemony, such as: arm, ascendance, ascendancy, authority, choke hold, clout, clutch.

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