sovereign
noun
a monarch; a king, queen, or other supreme ruler.
quasi-sovereign
-
a word derived from
sovereign.
Example Sentences
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Schneller suggests pension funds with long-dated liabilities may be attracted while other funds may find a yield premium for a quasi-sovereign credit interesting but for traditional investors the risk-reward profile isn’t compelling.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 10, 2026
The same went for children born in quasi-sovereign tribal Indian enclaves, precursors of today’s reservations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2025
"Plaintiff States are substantially likely to prevail on the merits of their claims and preliminary injunctive relief is necessary to avoid imminent and substantial injuries to their sovereign, quasi-sovereign and proprietary interests," the motion says.
From Scientific American ● Jul. 28, 2021
Because the law still regards Indian tribes as quasi-sovereign nations, state courts have no jurisdiction over reservations; federal courts try only major reservation crimes, such as murder.
From Time Magazine Archive
She had been married to the King of Cyprus, and after his death had relinquished her quasi-sovereign rights in favour of Venice.
From Giorgione by Herbert Cook
