capital of Brazil

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • The capital city of Brazil: A planned city located on Brazil's central plateau, officially inaugurated as the national capital in 1960.
Usage
  • This term is used specifically to refer to the city that serves as the seat of the Brazilian federal government. It is a proper noun and is typically capitalized.
Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • The capital of Brazil is known for its distinctive modern architecture.
    • We flew into the capital of Brazil for a diplomatic conference.
Advanced Usage
  • The term is often used in geographical, political, and historical contexts to distinguish this specific capital city from previous Brazilian capitals, such as Rio de Janeiro.
  • It can be used in formal writing and discourse about South American geopolitics or urban planning.
Variants and Related Words
  • Brasília: This is the actual name of the city referred to by the phrase "capital of Brazil."
    • Brasília was designed by the architect Oscar Niemeyer.
Synonyms
  • Brasília: The direct and most common synonym.
  • Federal District of Brazil: Refers to the administrative division containing the capital city, though this is not a perfect synonym for the city itself.
Notes
  • The phrase "capital of Brazil" functions as a single proper noun phrase identifying a specific city. It should not be confused with a general description; since 1960, it refers exclusively to Brasília.
Noun
  1. the capital of Brazil; a city built on the central plateau and inaugurated in 1960

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