great power
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Definition
Noun: A nation or state that possesses significant military, economic, and political strength, enabling it to exert substantial influence on a global scale. Such a state plays a major role in international affairs and can shape events worldwide.
Usage
The term "great power" is used to classify and discuss the most influential countries in the international system. It is a formal term common in political science, history, and international relations discourse. * In the 19th century, the great powers of Europe convened at the Congress of Vienna. * Analysts debate whether the nation has the sustained economic capacity to be considered a great power. * The foreign policy is designed to project great power status and secure national interests abroad.
Advanced Usage
- "Great power politics" or "great power rivalry": Refers to the competitive interactions, diplomacy, and conflicts between major nations, often characterized by spheres of influence and arms races.
- The period was defined by great power rivalry and the constant threat of war.
- "Great power responsibility": The concept that with significant power comes an obligation to help maintain international order and stability.
- The diplomat spoke about the great power responsibility to address global crises.
Variants and Related Words
- Superpower (n): A state with a dominant position characterized by unparalleled global influence and military reach, often seen as a tier above a great power (e.g., the United States during the Cold War and after).
- Major power (n): A near-synonym for great power.
- World power (n): Another term with a very similar meaning to great power.
- Great-power (adj): Used attributively to describe things related to great powers.
- The treaty was a great-power agreement.
Synonyms
- Major power
- World power
- Major state
- Leading nation
Antonyms
- Minor power
- Small state
- Microstate
Noun
- a state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world