superpower
A sovereign state with dominant status on the globe and a very advanced military, especially the United States or formerly the Soviet Union.
Other meanings
An extraordinary physical or mental ability, especially possessed by a superhero or supervillain.
Excessive or superior power.
Related words
- nonsuperpower
- superpowerless
- superpowerdom
- superpowerhood
Where this comes from
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