sovereignty

//ˈsɒvrənti//
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Noun

sovereigntySingular
sovereigntiesPlural
1

Supreme power or authority, especially the authority of a state to govern itself or another state

The country fought to protect its sovereignty and independence.

2

The status of a state or political entity having independent authority and the right to govern itself without external interference

The country fought to protect its sovereignty from foreign powers.

3

Royal rank, authority, or power; the dominion of a monarch

The sovereignty of the king was absolute and unquestioned.