Suzerainty

Pronunciation: /ˈsuˈziˈɹeɪnˈtaɪ/

Suzerainty (noun)

  1. The authority of one state to control another state or region, often with limited independence.

Examples

  • One nation can exercise suzerainty over another nation.
  • Suzerainty means control over a territory by a ruler.

Common collocations: assert suzerainty, recognize suzerainty, challenge suzerainty