noun
superpower
noun
1
A nation with enormous global influence and military strength.
"The Cold War was defined by the rivalry between two superpowers."
"China is often described as a rising superpower."
2
An extraordinary ability, especially one held by a superhero.
"Flight is one of the most iconic superpowers in comic books."
"Her superpower was the ability to read minds."
How to Use Superpower
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA dominant world power, or an amazing special ability.
Common pairings
global superpower
gain a superpower
Word Forms
superpowered past tense, superpowers plural, superpowers singular
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Etymology
From super- + power.