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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| writ | something written : writing |
| finery | ornament |
| desolate | devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted |
| amity | friendship |
| concurrent | operating or occurring at the same time |
| dereliction | an intentional abandonment |
| conglomerate | made up of parts from various sources or of various kinds |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |