Supranational
/ˌsuːprəˈnæʃənl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Relating to an authority that transcends national boundaries or governments.
The European Union is a supranational organization with powers beyond individual nations.
Forms
- supranationally
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Commentary
Often used to describe organizations or laws that override individual national laws, implying a higher level of governance.
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