the quality or state of being sovereign.

the status, dominion, power, or authority of a sovereign; royalty.

supreme and independent power or authority in government as possessed or claimed by a state or community.

rightful status, independence, or prerogative.

a sovereign state, community, or political unit.

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submission

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ascendancy , ascendant , dominance , dominion , jurisdiction , preeminence , prepotence , prepotency , primacy , supremacy , supreme power , sway , command , control , domination , mastery , might , power , prerogative , autonomy , independence , independency , liberty , self-government , authority , dynasty , empery , empire , kingship , masterdom , rule , scepter , throne