postcolonial
[poʊst-kəˈloʊ-nē-əl]
adjective
pós-colonial
1. Relating to or denoting the period of time after a country has gained independence from colonial rule
The postcolonial nations of Africa faced significant challenges in establishing stable governments.
As nações pós-coloniais da África enfrentaram desafios significativos ao estabelecer governos estáveis.
2. Concerning the study of the effects of colonialism on cultures, societies, and literatures of formerly colonized peoples
Postcolonial theory examines how colonial power structures continue to influence modern societies.
A teoria pós-colonial examina como as estruturas de poder colonial continuam a influenciar as sociedades modernas.
3. Relating to the cultural and intellectual movements that emerged in response to colonialism
Postcolonial literature often addresses themes of identity and cultural resistance.
A literatura pós-colonial frequentemente aborda temas de identidade e resistência cultural.
The term 'postcolonial' has gained significant prominence in academic discourse, particularly in literary criticism, cultural studies, and history. In Brazil, it is frequently used when discussing the country's own colonial past and the lasting impacts of Portuguese colonization. In Portugal, the term is essential in understanding relationships with former African and Asian colonies. The concept extends beyond mere temporal designation to encompass critical analysis of ongoing power imbalances and cultural legacies of colonialism.
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