statehood
n.the condition of being an independent country or an official part of a larger nation like the United States. It means having your own government and legal rights as a state.
n.the status of being a recognized independent nation or a constituent political unit of a federal union. Refers to the legal and political standing that confers sovereignty or specific constitutional rights.
“The territory is currently campaigning for full statehood.”
“After years of being a colony, the island finally achieved statehood and gained the right to vote in national elections.”
“The transition to statehood required the drafting of a new constitution and the formal recognition of its borders by neighboring sovereign powers.”
Typically used in political or legal contexts; often follows verbs like 'achieve', 'grant', or 'seek'.
“Built in the 11th century, the building predates Moscow and is a symbol of Ukraine’s ancient statehood.”
“All taken together, it has led to fears from Palestinians in the West Bank and supporters of Palestinian statehood that the "facts on the ground" will render it unviable.”