great power

noun

often capitalized G&P
: one of the nations that figure most decisively in international affairs : superpower

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Hegseth's deep ideological commitment to extremist Christian nationalism, if put in a position of great power and authority, would pose a serious threat to the right to religious freedom enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024 Syria is an explosive cocktail of non-state actors, of regional powers, great powers. Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 3 Dec. 2024 But the tale twice removed still holds great power. Bill Kopp, SPIN, 25 Nov. 2024 Government wields great power, and if left unchecked, can have disastrous results for citizens. Louis Casiano, Fox News, 28 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for great power 

Word History

First Known Use

1660, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of great power was in 1660

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“Great power.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/great%20power. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.

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great power

noun
: one of the nations that have the greatest influence, resources, and military strength in the world

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