The predominant influence, as of a state, region, or group, over another or others.
Related Forms:
hegˌe·monˈic(hĕjˌə-mŏnˈĭk) adjective
he·gemˈo·nism noun
he·gemˈo·nist adjective & n.
Usage Note: Hegemony may be stressed on either the first or second syllable, though the pronunciation with stress on the second syllable may be winning out. Seventy-two percent of the Usage Panel prefers it.