1. The state of having greater naval power, military strength, or dominance over an opponent's navy in a specific region or globally
The country achieved naval superiority after modernizing its fleet.
O país alcançou superioridade naval após modernizar sua frota.
2. The ability to control sea routes and project military power through naval forces
Naval superiority was crucial in controlling trade during the colonial period.
A superioridade naval foi crucial para controlar o comércio durante o período colonial.