Abkhazia
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- An autonomous province of Georgia on the Black Sea; a strong independence movement has resulted in much instability: Abkhazia is a region located in the southwestern part of Georgia, bordering the Black Sea. It is officially an autonomous republic within Georgia but has functioned as a de facto independent state since a conflict in the early 1990s, leading to ongoing political tension and instability.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The status of Abkhazia remains a contentious issue in international politics.
- Abkhazia has its own government, but most countries consider it part of Georgia.
- Tourism in Abkhazia focuses on its Black Sea coastline and mountainous scenery.
Advanced Usage
"The Abkhazia question": Refers to the complex political and diplomatic issue surrounding the region's status.
- The Abkhazia question was a major topic at the security conference.
"De facto Abkhazia": Describes the region's practical, though not widely legally recognized, independent operation.
- De facto Abkhazia controls its own borders and issues passports.
Variants and Related Words
Abkhaz (adj): Relating to Abkhazia or its people, culture, or language.
- She studies the Abkhaz language.
Abkhaz (n): A person from Abkhazia; the language spoken in Abkhazia.
- He is an Abkhaz living in the capital, Sukhumi.
Synonyms
- Autonomous Republic of Abkhazia: Its official constitutional name within Georgia.
- Apsny: The native name for Abkhazia in the Abkhaz language.
Noun
- an autonomous province of Georgia on the Black Sea; a strong independence movement has resulted in much instability