hegemon
1. a leader or dominant power, especially a state that exercises control or influence over others in a region or globally
The United States emerged as the hegemon of the Western world after World War II.
Os Estados Unidos emergiram como hegemon do mundo ocidental após a Segunda Guerra Mundial.
2. in ancient Greece, a leader or commander of allied forces
Athens served as hegemon of the Delian League.
Atenas serviu como hegemon da Liga de Delos.
3. any dominant or leading entity that exerts power over others
The tech company became the hegemon of the digital industry.
A empresa de tecnologia se tornou o hegemon da indústria digital.
The term 'hegemon' is primarily used in academic and political discourse in both English and Portuguese-speaking contexts. It derives from ancient Greek history (hegemonia) and has become central to international relations theory, particularly discussions about power dynamics between nations. In Brazil, the concept is frequently discussed in political science, sociology, and international relations courses when analyzing global power structures.
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