hegemonic

American  

[hej-uh-mon-ik] / ˌhɛdʒ əˈmɒn ɪk /

Sometimes hegemonical

adjective

1. having hegemony, or dominance.

   the ruling party's hegemonic control of all facets of society.

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Etymology

Origin of hegemonic

First recorded in 1650–60; from Greek hēgemonikós, equivalent to hegemon ( def. ) + -ic ( def. )

Example Sentences

On Thursday morning he issued a rallying cry in Australia's parliament to "middle powers", urging them to work together in an increasingly hegemonic world order.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

Between 2002 and 2007 the dollar suffered a similar drop, but it didn’t portend the end of its hegemonic status.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 13, 2026

Politicians in a democratic country like India must focus more on raising voters’ living standards than pursuing hegemonic dreams.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 20, 2025

National Intelligence Council warned that “China alone will probably have the largest economy, surpassing that of the United States a few years before 2030” and this country would no longer be “a hegemonic power.”

From Salon • Dec. 1, 2024

In hegemonic empires, the internal affairs of conquered areas remain in the hands of their original rulers, who become vassals.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann