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small power

[/smɔːl ˈpaʊər/]
nounpl: small powers
pequena potência
1. A nation or state with limited military, economic, or political influence in international affairs
Costa Rica is considered a small power in Central America.
A Costa Rica é considerada uma pequena potência na América Central.
2. A low-capacity electrical device or appliance
This small power tool runs on batteries.
Esta ferramenta de pequena potência funciona com baterias.
Synonyms
minor powerweak statelesser poweremerging nation
Antonyms
great powersuperpowermajor powerworld power

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
pequena potência
Standard term in international relations and politics
Portugal
pequena potência
Standard term used in diplomatic and political contexts
General Brazilian
aparelho de baixa potência
For electrical/technical context

Related Idioms & Phrases

play small ball - act like a small power with limited influence
punch above one's weight - a small power achieving disproportionate influence
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