Hyperpower vs. Superpower — What's the Difference?

A hyperpower is a state that dominates all other states in every domain (i.e. military, culture, economy, etc.); it has no rivals that can match its capabilities, and is considered to be a step higher than a superpower.

A superpower is a state with a dominant position characterized by its extensive ability to exert influence or project power on a global scale. This is done through the combined means of economic, military, technological, political and cultural strength as well as diplomatic and soft power influence.

(international relations) An international hegemon, more powerful than a superpower.

A powerful and influential nation, especially a nuclear power that dominates its allies or client states in an international power bloc.

(math) Tetration.

(uncountable) Excessive or superior power.

(countable) A sovereign state with dominant status on the globe and a very advanced military, especially the United States or formerly the Soviet Union.

(countable) A fictional extraordinary physical or mental ability, especially possessed by a superhero or supervillain.

Electricity generated in a large plant that is tied into a regional network, on a larger scale than was common in the early years of commercial electricity production.

(mathematics) A tetration.

(transitive) To give extraordinary powers to.

A state powerful enough to influence events throughout the world