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superpower

/ˈsuːpərˌpaʊ.ər/
su · per · pow · er
Plural:superpowers
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• noun

1

An extremely powerful and influential nation, especially one capable of dominating international politics through its vast economic, military, and diplomatic reach.

Example

"Throughout the second half of the twentieth century, global diplomacy was largely shaped by the rivalry between two competing superpowers."

2

A fictional superhuman ability, such as flight, invisibility, or telekinesis, or, figuratively, an exceptional personal talent or skill.

Example

"Her ability to remain calm and organized under intense deadline pressure feels like a workplace superpower."

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• Nearby Words

supernova
superperson
superpolite
superpower
superpowered
superpowerful
superrace

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in its modern geopolitical sense in 1944 by American political scientist William T. R. Fox in his book 'The Super-Powers', referring to the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union at the end of World War II.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Superpower. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/superpower
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