D'empire (en. Of empire)
/dɑ̃pʁiʁ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Relating to an empire in terms of power or domination.
Empire architecture is characterized by its opulence and grandeur.
L'architecture d'empire est caractérisée par son opulence et sa grandeur.
Related to ancient or modern empires, often used to describe imperialist practices or policies.
Empire governments often imposed their culture on conquered territories.
Les gouvernements d'empire imposaient souvent leur culture aux territoires conquis.
Embodying the authoritative power of an empire.
Empire decisions were often made without consulting the affected peoples.
Les décisions d'empire étaient souvent prises sans consultation des peuples concernés.
Etymology
From the French 'empire', derived from the Latin 'imperium', meaning authority or power.
Common Phrases and Expressions
right of empire
The legal power of an empire over its territories.
droit d'empire
empire style
An artistic and architectural style inspired by empires.
style d'empire
empire politics
The strategies and tactics employed by an empire to control its territories.
politique d'empire
Related Words
empire
A vast territory or group of territories governed by a single sovereign or authority.
empire
imperialism
A policy of expansion or domination of one country over others.
impérialisme
domination
The act of exercising total or partial control over a group or territory.
domination
Slang Meanings
A term referring to the excessive power exerted by an authority.
He spoke with an empire tone that disturbed everyone.
Il a parlé avec un ton d'empire qui dérangeait tout le monde.
Used to describe a person with oversized ambitions.
This team leader has an empire behavior, he wants to control everything.
Ce chef d'équipe a un comportement d'empire, il veut tout contrôler.