Imperium
noun
The power to command or govern, especially as a sovereign authority over territory.
The emperor ruled with a strong imperium over his vast territories.

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Formal
absolute imperium, military imperium, political imperium
noun
A realm or empire, especially referencing the areas under one's control or governance.
The imperium of the ancient Romans extended over vast tracts of land.

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Neutral
foreign imperium, economic imperium, global imperium
noun
The authority or command held by a sovereign or ruler.
She acted under the imperium of the council's decision.

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Formal
legal imperium, divine imperium, civil imperium
noun
The power to command or govern, especially as a sovereign authority over territory.
The emperor ruled with a strong imperium over his vast territories.

Usage tips
Formal
absolute imperium, military imperium, political imperium
noun
A realm or empire, especially referencing the areas under one's control or governance.
The imperium of the ancient Romans extended over vast tracts of land.

Usage tips
Neutral
foreign imperium, economic imperium, global imperium
noun
The authority or command held by a sovereign or ruler.
She acted under the imperium of the council's decision.

Usage tips
Formal
legal imperium, divine imperium, civil imperium
Definition 1 of 3

Contextual Power
Recognize that 'imperium' often refers to political or military dominion; use it in contexts where authority is evident.
The king's imperium was challenged by the rising power of the nobles.
Literary Use
In literature, 'imperium' often carries connotations of grandeur and tragedy, highlighting the burdens of power; employ it for historical or dramatic narratives.
Shakespeare's play reflected the imperium of the Roman Empire.
Cultural Nuance
Understand that 'imperium' may evoke discussions around empires and colonial authority; use carefully in historical debates to avoid misinterpretation.
Her study dealt with the implications of British imperium in India.
Contextual Power
Recognize that 'imperium' often refers to political or military dominion; use it in contexts where authority is evident.
The king's imperium was challenged by the rising power of the nobles.
Literary Use
In literature, 'imperium' often carries connotations of grandeur and tragedy, highlighting the burdens of power; employ it for historical or dramatic narratives.
Shakespeare's play reflected the imperium of the Roman Empire.
Cultural Nuance
Understand that 'imperium' may evoke discussions around empires and colonial authority; use carefully in historical debates to avoid misinterpretation.
Her study dealt with the implications of British imperium in India.
Contextual Power
Recognize that 'imperium' often refers to political or military dominion; use it in contexts where authority is evident.
The king's imperium was challenged by the rising power of the nobles.
Literary Use
In literature, 'imperium' often carries connotations of grandeur and tragedy, highlighting the burdens of power; employ it for historical or dramatic narratives.
Shakespeare's play reflected the imperium of the Roman Empire.
Cultural Nuance
Understand that 'imperium' may evoke discussions around empires and colonial authority; use carefully in historical debates to avoid misinterpretation.
Her study dealt with the implications of British imperium in India.
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