n.noun One that exercises supreme, permanent authority, especially in a nation or other governmental unit, as. A king, queen, or other noble person who serves as chief of state; a ruler or monarch. A national governing council or committee. A nation that governs territory outside its borders. A gold coin formerly used in Great Britain. adj.adjective Self-governing; independent. a sovereign state. Having supreme rank or power. a sovereign prince. Paramount; supreme. Her sovereign virtue is compassion. Of superlative strength or efficacy. a sovereign remedy. Unmitigated. sovereign contempt.
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