Superpower — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈsü-pər-ˌpau̇(-ə)r/ su·per·pow·er

Meaning & Definition of Superpower

Superpower (noun)

  1. excessive or superior power
  2. an extremely powerful nation; specifically, one of a very few dominant states in an era when the world is divided politically into these states and their satellites
  3. an international governing body able to enforce its will upon the most powerful states

Superpower (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an extremely powerful nation

    "The country had become an economic superpower."

    similar: great power, power, sea power, world power, commonwealth, country, land, sovereignty, state, city-state, microstate, ministate, nation-state, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom, realm, republic, duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, monocracy, oligarchy, sovereign, theocracy, client state, colony, condominium, dependency, mandate, province, settlement, soil, trust territory, fatherland, homeland, motherland, welfare state

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Superpower

The most common words with a similar meaning to Superpower:

great power, power, sea power, world power, commonwealth, country, land, sovereignty, state, city-state, microstate, ministate, nation-state, domain, dominion, empire, kingdom, realm, republic, duchy, dukedom, emirate, principality, seigniory, sultanate, democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, monocracy, oligarchy, sovereign, theocracy, client state, colony, condominium, dependency, mandate, province, settlement, soil

Word Forms of Superpower

Derived words: superpowered (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Superpower

First known use: 1849

Frequently Asked Questions about Superpower

What does "Superpower" mean?

"Superpower" means excessive or superior power. As a noun, it is defined as: excessive or superior power.

What is another word for "Superpower"?

Other words for "Superpower" include great power, power, sea power, world power, commonwealth, country, land and sovereignty. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Superpower" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Superpower"?

There are 45 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Superpower". Common alternatives include great power, power, sea power, world power, commonwealth, country, land, sovereignty, state and city-state.

How do you use "Superpower" in a sentence?

Examples of "Superpower" in a sentence: "The country had become an economic superpower.".

Is "Superpower" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Superpower" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Superpower"?

"Superpower" is pronounced /ˈsü-pər-ˌpau̇(-ə)r/ and divided into syllables as su·per·pow·er.

What is the origin of the word "Superpower"?

First known use: 1849.

What is another word for "Superpower" meaning "an extremely powerful nation"?

When "Superpower" (noun) means an extremely powerful nation, synonyms include great power, power, sea power, world power, commonwealth and country.