Domination, influence, or authority over another, especially by one political group over a society or by one nation over others.
Dominance of one social group over another, such that the ruling group or hegemon acquires some degree of consent from the subordinate, as opposed to dominance purely by force.
The authority of a sovereign power to govern or legislate.
The power or right to exercise authority.
The limits or territory within which authority may be exercised.
The power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law.
The power or right to perform some action as part of applying the law.