Definition

1. Adjective:

   • Of or relating to Bolivia: Describes anything originating from, associated with, or characteristic of the South American country of Bolivia.
   • Of or relating to the people of Bolivia: Describes anything pertaining to the culture, identity, or characteristics of Bolivian people.

2. Noun:

   • A native or inhabitant of Bolivia: Refers to a person who was born in Bolivia or who lives there.

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:

  • The Bolivian government announced new economic policies. (The government originating from Bolivia made an announcement.)
  • She is proud of her Bolivian heritage. (She is proud of the heritage characteristic of Bolivia.)
  • We enjoyed traditional Bolivian music. (We enjoyed music characteristic of Bolivia.)

• Noun:

  • The Bolivian explained the significance of the festival. (The person from Bolivia provided an explanation.)
  • Many Bolivians speak Spanish and indigenous languages. (Many inhabitants of Bolivia speak these languages.)
  • He is a Bolivian living abroad. (He is a native of Bolivia who resides in another country.)

Advanced Usage

• "Bolivian" as a demonym: The standard term used to denote a person from Bolivia.
  • As a Bolivian, she offered a unique perspective on the issue. (Being a person from Bolivia, she provided a specific viewpoint.)

Variants and Related Words

• Bolivia (n): The country in central South America.

  • La Paz is the administrative capital of Bolivia.

• Bolivianization (n, rare): The process of making something Bolivian in character.

  • The Bolivianization of the cuisine involved using local quinoa.

Synonyms

• Adjective: None that are exact. Can be paraphrased as "from Bolivia" or "of Bolivia."
• Noun: Boliviano (This is the Spanish term for a Bolivian person and is also the name of the Bolivian currency. In English, "Bolivian" is the standard term for a person.)

Adjective

1. of or relating to or characteristic of Bolivia or its people

Noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Bolivia