great power

noun

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

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However, with great power comes great responsibility. Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024 And the United States is a great power [but] sometimes makes mistakes. Charlie Campbell / Jakarta, TIME, 14 Oct. 2024 When great powers make their commitments to allies more ambiguous, allies are forced to think twice about behaving in ways that may be reckless. Charles Walldorf, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024 Both the Democratic ticket led by Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican one led by former President Donald Trump have emphasized the great power rivalry throughout their campaigns, albeit Harris to a lesser extent. Chad De Guzman, TIME, 11 Sep. 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 6 Nov. 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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