How to Pronounce "imperialistic"
word
ˌɪmˌpiɹiəˈɫɪstɪk
im-PEER-ee-uh-LIS-tik
ɪmpˈiəɹɪəlˈɪstɪk
im-PEE-uh-ree-uh-LIS-tik
Definition
Describes attitudes, policies, or actions related to gaining control or influence over other countries, usually for power or resources.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmˌpiɹiəˈɫɪstɪk
British English
ɪmpˈiəɹɪəlˈɪstɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-PEER-ee-uh-LIS-tik
UK
im-PEE-uh-ree-uh-LIS-tik
Listen in Context
The country followed an imperialistic policy to expand its power.
Many people criticize imperialistic actions in history.
She wrote an essay about imperialistic attitudes in the 19th century.
His speech was criticized for having imperialistic undertones.