This is the 1064th most frequent French word.
souveraineté
"Souveraineté" means sovereignty, referring to supreme power or authority.
In this sentence, 'souveraineté' refers to the supreme power or authority held by kings.
Dans l'histoire, la souveraineté des rois était souvent contestée.
In history, the sovereignty of kings was often contested.
Here, 'souveraineté' is used as a noun denoting the ultimate authority and independence of a state.
La souveraineté d'un pays est essentielle pour son indépendance.
The sovereignty of a country is essential for its independence.
This usage of 'souveraineté' indicates the right or power of the people to self-govern or make decisions autonomously.