colonialness

/ˌkɒlənɪˈænɪs/; /kɒˈlɒnɪənəs/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being colonial; a characteristic of a colonial system or relationship.

“The colonialness of the old mansion was evident in its ornate furnishings and rigid social hierarchy.”

Synonyms

  • coloniality
  • colonization

Antonyms

  • independence
  • sovereignty