sovereignty

IPA: sˈɑvrʌnti

(chiefly uncountable) The quality or state of being sovereign.
Of a ruler (especially a monarch): supreme authority or dominion over something.
(by extension) Of a nation or other polity: the state of being able to control resources, make laws independently, and otherwise govern itself without the coercion or concurrence of other polities.
(by extension) Of a person: the liberty to decide one's actions and thoughts.
Pre-eminent or superior excellence; also, superior ability to achieve something; mastery.
(countable) A territory under the rule of a sovereign; an independent or self-governing nation or other polity.

Examples of "sovereignty" in Sentences

The country's sovereignty was threatened by increasing foreign influence
The king's sovereignty allowed him to rule with absolute power
The tribal council's sovereignty over their land was recognized by the government
The United Nations respects the sovereignty of each member state
The sovereignty of the individual is a fundamental principle in democratic societies