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 |
|---|---|
| incidence | rate of occurrence or influence |
| heyday | the period of one's greatest popularity, vigor, or prosperity |
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| straggle | to wander from the direct course or way : rove |
| subsume | to include or place within something larger or more comprehensive : encompass as a subordinate or component element |
| pied | of two or more colors in blotches |
| dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
| skim | to clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance |
| eon | an immeasurably or indefinitely long period of time : age |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |