An empire is a big group of lands, countries, or people ruled by one person or government. It is often larger than a kingdom. People use this word when talking about countries with strong power.
The Roman Empire was very large long ago.
The British Empire ruled many lands.
In business, an empire means a very big company that controls many smaller companies. It shows power in money and business. People use this word when talking about strong companies.
She works for a media empire in the city.
His family built a big business empire.
Sometimes, empire is the name of a place or building. For example, a tall building or hotel may have the name Empire. People use this word to talk about famous places.
The Empire State Building is very tall.
We visited the Empire Hotel last night.
This meaning is not about land but about control or influence over a group or area. It can be ideas, knowledge, or people. It is a more abstract or figurative use of empire.
His empire of knowledge is very impressive.
She built an empire of friends online.
Empire can mean a special art or design style from the 1800s. It includes shapes and decorations used for furniture and buildings. This meaning is specialized and less common.
The chair is made in Empire style from 1800.
This palace shows Empire design very well.
