Hegemonic Power
Definition
Hegemonic power refers to a dominant country or state that has significant influence over other countries or regions economically, politically, militarily, or culturally.
Analogy
Think of hegemonic power like being the most popular kid in school who sets trends, influences others' decisions, and has control over what happens within the student body.
Related terms
Soft Power: The ability to influence others through attraction rather than coercion.
Balance of Power: A situation where multiple states have equal strength to prevent any one state from dominating others.
Superpower: A nation with exceptional global influence and capabilities across various aspects such as economy, military, technology, etc.
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