GRE Word List

HEGEMONY

preponderant influence or authority over others : domination

The meaning of the word hegemony is preponderant influence or authority over others : domination.

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grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness
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latentpresent and capable of emerging or developing but not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
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raila bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier
compatiblecapable of existing together in harmony