sovereignty
Произношение: [ˈsɒv.ərənti]
Контекст: «political science»
(noun) the power of a state or country to govern itself without outside interference. It's like when a teacher lets you make your own rules in a classroom without anyone else telling you what to do.
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The country gained its sovereignty after years of struggle for independence.
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Without sovereignty, the nation could not make its own laws.
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What does it mean for a country to have sovereignty?
Контекст: «law»
(noun) the authority of a person or organization to make decisions and enforce laws. It's similar to how a principal in a school can make rules for their school.
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The court recognized the sovereignty of the local government to enforce its own laws.
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A lack of sovereignty means that others can control what happens in that area.
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How does sovereignty affect a community's ability to govern itself?
Контекст: «social studies»
(noun) the complete independence and self-government of a state or nation. Just like how you can make your own choices about what to do without needing anyone else's permission.
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The treaty established the sovereignty of the newly formed nation.
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The colony could not exercise its sovereignty because it was ruled by another country.
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Why is sovereignty important for nations?