world power

noun

: a political unit (such as a nation or state) powerful enough to affect the entire world by its influence or actions

Examples of world power in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The courts must block this third-world power play. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 11 May 2026

But this would likely set up a match out of the gate against a world power like Portugal, Germany or France. — Julian Cardillo, Boston Herald, 9 June 2026

Treasure-states such as Nigeria and South Africa, with their mineral resources, should be emerging as world powers. — Simon Sebag Montefiore, The Atlantic, 28 June 2026

After years of negotiations, Iran and six world powers in 2015 agreed to a deal that limited Iran’s nuclear threat in return for lighter sanctions. — Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 14 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for world power

• airpower
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• mayflower
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