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sovereignty
[sov-rin-tee, suhv-]
noun
plural
sovereigntiesthe quality or state of being sovereign, or of having supreme power or authority.
the status, dominion, power, or authority of a sovereign; royal rank or position; royalty.
supreme and independent power or authority in government as possessed or claimed by a state or community.
rightful status, independence, or prerogative.
a sovereign or independent state, community, or political unit.
sovereignty
/ ˈɒəԳɪ /
noun
supreme and unrestricted power, as of a state
the position, dominion, or authority of a sovereign
an independent state
sovereignty
A nation or state's supreme power within its borders. A government might respond, for example, to criticism from foreign governments of its treatment of its own citizens by citing its rights of sovereignty.
Other 51Թ Forms
- self-sovereignty noun
- supersovereignty noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of sovereignty1
Example Sentences
He expressed irritation too that Sir Keir had theatrically doled out an invitation for a state visit to the UK for the president - in the midst of that questioning of Canada's sovereignty.
The Conservatives have said they will examine the the final treaty to ensure it meets their red lines, including that it safeguards the sovereignty and rights of Gibraltarians.
The president descried protesters as leftists pursuing a “foreign invasion” of the United States, bent on destroying the nation’s sovereignty.
Negotiations to hand over sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius began under the previous Conservative government.
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy said the deal "protects British sovereignty, supports Gibraltar's economy and allows businesses to plan for the long-term once again".
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