Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
client-state
noun
/ˈklaɪənt steɪt/
Definition
A client-state is a nation that is economically, politically, or militarily dependent on another, more powerful state.
Examples
- During the Cold War, many countries were client-states of the United States or the Soviet Union.
- The government’s policies often reflect the interests of its client-state relationship.
- As a client-state, it received military aid from its ally to bolster its defenses.
Meaning
Client-states often rely on their patron for support and protection, typically in exchange for political allegiance, resources, or military cooperation.
Synonyms
- satellite state
- puppet state
- dependent state
