Definition

Accra (Proper noun) 1. The capital city of Ghana: Accra is the primary administrative and political center of the country. 2. The largest city in Ghana: It is the most populous urban area in Ghana. 3. A major port city: Accra features a significant deep-water port, facilitating maritime trade and commerce.

Usage Examples

• As the capital:
  • Accra is the seat of Ghana's government.
  • The official residence of the President is located in Accra.
• As the largest city:
  • Accra has grown rapidly in recent decades.
  • Many people move to Accra in search of work.
• As a port city:
  • Goods are imported and exported through the port of Accra.
  • The deep-water port in Accra is vital for the national economy.

Advanced Usage

• Metonymic Use: The name "Accra" is sometimes used to refer to the Ghanaian government or its policies, a common metonym for capital cities.
  • Decisions from Accra will affect the entire country.

Variants and Related Words

• Accran (noun, informal): A native or inhabitant of Accra.
  • As an Accran, she knows the city's best markets.

Synonyms

• Capital (when referring to its administrative function).
• Metropolis (when emphasizing its size and importance).
• Seaport (when emphasizing its maritime function).

Note: As a proper noun (the name of a specific place), "Accra" does not have direct synonyms for the place itself, only for its descriptive roles (capital, port, etc.).

Noun

1. the capital and largest city of Ghana with a deep-water port