1. Supreme power or authority, especially of a state; the quality of being sovereign
The country fought to defend its national sovereignty.
O país lutou para defender sua soberania nacional.
2. The right of a state to govern itself without interference from other states
Respect for sovereignty is a key principle of international law.
O respeito à soberania é um princípio-chave do direito internacional.
3. Royal power or authority; the status of a monarch
The king's sovereignty was recognized throughout the kingdom.
A soberania do rei foi reconhecida em todo o reino.