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imperialist
Relating to imperialism or characteristic of it; aimed at expanding a state's power and influence over other countries, often through military, economic, or political means.
Kritiker warfen der Regierung eine imperialistische Außenpolitik vor.
Critics accused the government of an imperialist foreign policy.
The adjective 'imperialistisch' (imperialist) is derived from the noun 'der Imperialismus' (imperialism). The ending '-istisch' is typical for adjectives that refer to an ideology or system.
Im Geschichtsunterricht analysierten wir imperialistische Strukturen des 19. Jahrhunderts.
In history class, we analyzed imperialist structures of the 19th century.
This adjective often describes abstract nouns from the field of politics and history. Typical combinations are 'imperialistische Politik' (imperialist policy), 'imperialistisches Streben' (imperialist ambitions), or 'imperialistische Mächte' (imperialist powers).
Das Buch kritisiert das imperialistische Denken der Kolonialzeit.
The book criticizes the imperialist thinking of the colonial era.
The word 'imperialistisch' (imperialist) is mainly used in formal, political, or historical discussions. It usually has a strongly negative and critical meaning.
Der Redner bezeichnete die wirtschaftliche Expansion des Konzerns als imperialistisch.
The speaker described the corporation's economic expansion as imperialist.
imperial
'imperial' and 'imperialistisch' both belong to the topic area of empire and power. 'imperial' describes something that belongs to an empire or emperor, or that seems imperial. 'imperialistisch' describes a policy or attitude that wants to expand power over other countries. They are easy to confuse because they look similar and both have to do with empires. In practical terms: 'imperial' fits better with style, empire, or emperor; 'imperialistisch' fits better with politics, conquest, and the pursuit of power.
Im Geschichtsunterricht besprechen sie imperialistische Ziele großer Staaten.
In history class, they discuss the imperialist goals of major states.
Der Film zeigt die imperiale Macht des alten Reiches.
The film shows the imperial power of the old empire.