superpower

• Substantivo que designa um Estado ou nação com poderio e influência suficientes para afetar acontecimentos globais e as relações internacionais. Em sentido figurado, também pode indicar um poder ou habilidade excepcional, como em super-heróis.

A noun referring to a nation or state that possesses sufficient power and influence to affect global events and international relations.

1. Dominant global nationB2formal

   A country with significant influence and military or economic strength on a global scale.

   Superpotência

   • The United States emerged as a superpower after World War II.
   • China is often considered a rising superpower in the modern world.
   • The Cold War was a period of tension between two superpowers.

   Sinônimosgreat powerworld power

2. Fictional abilityA2informal

   An extraordinary ability or power, often found in comic books and fantasy stories.

   Superpoder

   • Superman's superpower is flying and super strength.
   • In the movie, the hero gains a superpower after an accident.
   • She dreams of having a superpower like invisibility.

   Sinônimosabilitygiftpower