English / word
sovereignty
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
supreme power or authority; the authority of a state to govern itself or another state
In context
01
The nation fought courageously to defend its territorial sovereignty.
02
Sovereignty is essential for a nation's identity.
Synonyms
independence,autonomy,authority
Antonyms
dependence,subjugation,subordination
Collocations
territorial sovereignty,national sovereignty,state sovereignty