bolivian
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Definition
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.
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
- of or relating to or characteristic of Bolivia or its people
Noun
- a native or inhabitant of Bolivia