empire
word
Definition
A large group of countries or territories ruled by one powerful state or leader. It can also mean a very large and powerful business, organization, or area of influence.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in history for political power, as in 'the Roman Empire' or 'the British Empire'. It is also common in modern figurative use: 'a business empire' means a huge commercial network. Stronger and larger than 'kingdom'; often suggests control over many different regions or peoples.
Example Sentences
The Roman Empire was very large.
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The king wanted to build an empire.
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What started as a side project grew into a media empire.
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She created a business empire from a small shop.
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He spent years trying to turn the company into a global empire.
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People still debate how that empire fell so quickly.
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