Synonyms for

Imperialists

Verb / ˌɪˈmpɪri:ʌlɪsts / Another word for imperialists — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Imperialists are people or countries who want to expand their power and control over other countries or people.

Synonyms & similar words

imperialist colonialists expansionists conquerors dominators hegemonists subjugators supremacists tyrants authoritarians totalitarians dictators autocrats monarchists feudalists feudatories oppressors repressors despots martinets fascists

Example sentences

  1. The imperialists wanted to take over the small country.
  2. The colonialists were also imperialists.
  3. The expansionists wanted to expand their territory.
  4. The conquerors took over the land and the people.
  5. The dominators wanted to control everything.

Quotes

  • The imperialists believed in the superiority of their race and their way of life.
  • Imperialists saw themselves as civilizing the people they conquered.
  • Imperialism was a way for countries to show off their power and influence.

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