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superpower

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˌsupɝˈpaʊɝ// UK //sˈuːpəpˌaʊɐ// su·per·pow·er Archaic

n. a special or magical ability that a hero has, like flying or being very strong. People also use it to describe a country that has a lot of power and influence in the world.

n. an exceptional or supernatural ability possessed by a fictional character; also refers to a state with dominant international influence and military strength.


SIMPLE

If you could choose any superpower, would you pick flight or invisibility?

CONTEXTUAL

During the Cold War, the world was largely divided between the influence of two competing superpowers.

COMPLEX

The narrative explores how a character with a seemingly minor superpower can dismantle a corrupt system through creative application of their unique talent.

Synonyms
Origin

From super- + power.

Usage

Often used metaphorically in modern business contexts to describe a person's greatest professional strength.

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