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Sovereignty
01
the supreme authority of a state or governing body to govern itself without interference from external forces
Examples
The nation asserted its sovereignty by establishing its own laws and governance structure independent of foreign influence.
The treaty recognized the sovereignty of each participating state, affirming their right to make internal decisions without external intervention.
02
the power or right of a state to control the affairs of another state
Examples
Colonial powers often claimed sovereignty over foreign territories.
The treaty recognized the sovereignty of one state over another.
03
the supreme power or authority held by a monarch over a territory or people
Examples
The king exercised his sovereignty over the entire kingdom.
Royal sovereignty was symbolized by the crown and scepter.
