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sovranità
/so.vra.niˈta/
sovereignty
L'Italia ha sempre difeso la sua sovranità nazionale.
Italy has always defended its national sovereignty.
Law
formal
The supreme authority of a state or nation to govern itself without external interference.
La sovranità popolare è un principio fondamentale della democrazia.
Popular sovereignty is a fundamental principle of democracy.
In international law, sovereignty refers to a state's exclusive jurisdiction over its territory and population.
general
The quality or state of being self-governing or independent.
La sovranità alimentare è essenziale per la sicurezza nazionale.
Food sovereignty is essential for national security.
Collocations
sovranità nazionalenational sovereigntysovranità popolarepopular sovereigntysovranità territorialeterritorial sovereignty
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Political vs. Legal Context
In political discussions, 'sovranità' often refers to a nation's right to self-determination, while in legal contexts it refers to a state's supreme authority.
Gold Rule
Key Concept in International Law
'Sovranità' is a cornerstone of international law, defining a state's exclusive jurisdiction over its territory and population.
Word Origin
From Latin 'superanus' (uppermost) + '-ità' (abstract noun suffix).
Usage Notes
In political science, 'sovranità' is often discussed in relation to state power and international relations. In legal contexts, it refers to a state's supreme authority.
Word Breakdown
sovran
supreme, uppermost
root-ità
abstract noun suffix
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