A state that has the ability to exert its influence on a global scale.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Qualifier: international relations
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a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: world power, major power, power, superpower
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Broader terms: state, nation, country, land, commonwealth, res publica, body politic
Narrower terms: hegemon