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EXPANSIONISM Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word expansionism. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the word expansionism. (close relations)

Best Synonyms for EXPANSIONISM

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acquisitiveness
nounn
noun

• strong desire to acquire and possess

annexation
verb, nounv, n
noun

• incorporation by joining or uniting

• the formal act of acquiring something (especially territory) by conquest or occupation

colonization
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the act of colonizing; the establishment of colonies

expansion
nounn
noun

• the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope

• a function expressed as a sum or product of terms

• a discussion that provides additional information

• adding information or detail

imperialism
nounn
noun

• a policy of extending your rule over foreign countries

• a political orientation that advocates imperial interests

• any instance of aggressive extension of authority

territorialism
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manifest destiny
nounn
noun

• a policy of imperialism rationalized as inevitable (as if granted by God)

Best Hypernyms For EXPANSIONISM

Here is a list of related hypernyms for expansionism, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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Alternatives for ACQUISITIVENESS

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