Question

When you see the word IMPERIALISM, what comes to mind?

Answer 1

The policy of extending the rule or authority of an empire or nation over foreign countries, or of acquiring and holding colonies and dependencies. advocacy of imperial or sovereign interests over the interests of the dependent states. imperial government; rule by an emperor or empress.  

Answer 2

Answer:

Imperialism is the state policy, practice, or advocacy of extending power and dominion, especially by direct territorial acquisition or by gaining political and economic control of other territories and peoples.

The policy of extending the rule or authority of an empire or nation over foreign countries, or of acquiring and holding colonies and dependencies.One example of imperialism is when the British established colonies in North America. The British established thirteen colonies in what is now the United States. The British established these colonies for the benefit of Great Britain. The colonies provided British industries with raw materials and resources.