Colonialism

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun a policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means

  • Imperialism is the policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization or military force.
  • Some people believe that imperialism is a thing of the past, but others argue it still exists in different forms.
  • The country's imperialism game is strong, they're always trying to expand their territory.
  • Her imperialism over the group was evident as they all followed her lead without question.

noun a fear or dislike of India, its people, culture, or products

  • Indophobia is a term used to describe the fear or hatred of Indian people or Indian culture.
  • Some people have Indophobia because they have misconceptions about Indian traditions.
  • Don't let Indophobia cloud your judgement when interacting with people from India.
  • Indophobia is like a barrier that prevents understanding and acceptance of Indian culture.

noun a person who advocates or supports Afrocentrism, which is the cultural and historical perspective that focuses on the contributions of African peoples and their descendants

adjective relating to or characteristic of Afrocentrism

  • The Afrocentrist scholar argued for the importance of centering African perspectives in historical narratives.
  • My friend is really into Afrocentrist philosophy and loves discussing it with anyone who will listen.
  • Some people think being Afrocentrist is just a trend, but I believe it's a valid way of looking at the world.
  • Her Afrocentrist beliefs were like a guiding light, leading her to embrace her cultural heritage with pride.

noun a person of African descent who is from or has heritage in Latin America or the Caribbean

  • The conference will feature a panel discussion on the experiences of Afro Latina women in the workforce.
  • My friend is proud to be Afro Latina and embraces her heritage.
  • That new Afro Latina singer is really blowing up on social media.
  • The vibrant colors of her artwork reflect her Afro Latina roots.