Empire (en. Empire)

/ˈɛm.paɪə/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Set of several nations or peoples governed by a single sovereign.
The Roman Empire was one of the most influential civilizations in history.
El Imperio Romano fue una de las civilizaciones más influyentes de la historia.
Territory of an empire.
The emperor expanded his empire through military conquests.
El emperador expandió su imperio a través de conquistas militares.
Influence or power of an entity over others.
The media empire of the company affects public opinion.
El imperio mediático de la compañía afecta la opinión pública.

Etymology

From Latin 'imperium', meaning 'power' or 'government'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rule of law
Principle according to which everyone must comply with the law without exception.
imperio de la ley
rule of justice
Concept of a judicial system that ensures the enforcement of justice.
imperio de la justicia
to fall from power
Expression meaning the fall of a power or authority.
caer del imperio

Related Words

emperor
Sovereign of an empire.
emperador
imperial
Related to an empire.
imperial
imperialism
Policy of expanding the dominion of an empire over other peoples.
imperialismo

Slang Meanings

Absolute power in a specific area.
That businessman has an empire in the tech world.
Ese empresario tiene un imperio en el mundo de la tecnología.
Expression of dominance or extreme control.
She has an empire over her followers on social media.
Ella tiene un imperio sobre sus seguidores en redes sociales.