
hegemonic
/ˌhɛɡəˈmɑnɪk/
ruling or dominant in a political or social context
hegemonic in a sentence
“The hegemonic power set the rules for international trade.”
Origin of hegemonic
Greek hēgemonia leadership, from hēgemōn leader
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