Definition

Proper noun 1. A sovereign nation in Southwest Asia: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is an absolute monarchy occupying the majority of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a country whose economy is heavily dominated by its vast reserves of petroleum.

Usage

The term "Kingdom of Saudi Arabia" is used as the official name of the country. It functions as a proper noun and is typically used in formal, geographical, political, and economic contexts. * The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a key member of OPEC. * Diplomats visited the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to discuss regional stability. * The economy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is undergoing significant diversification.

Advanced Usage

• "The Kingdom": In international diplomacy and news media, the country is often referred to metonymically as "the Kingdom."
  • The agreement was signed between the company and the Kingdom.

Variants and Related Words

• Saudi Arabia: A common short form and the conventional name for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • Saudi Arabia has a rich cultural heritage.
• Saudi (adjective): Of or relating to Saudi Arabia or its people.
  • Saudi officials announced a new policy.
• Saudi (noun): A native or inhabitant of Saudi Arabia.
  • He is a Saudi studying abroad.

Synonyms

• KSA: A common initialism for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Saudi Arabia: The most frequently used synonym in general contexts.

Noun

1. an absolute monarchy occupying most of the Arabian Peninsula in southwest Asia; vast oil reserves dominate the economy